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East of the Sun and West of the Moon

A fairy tale from The Blue Fairy Book by Andrew Lang

This fairy tale comes from The Blue Fairy Book, a collection published by Andrew Lang in 1889. The story was originally gathered by Norwegian folklorists Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The tale is worth a child's time because it shows courage, loyalty and the power of perseverance—the girl never gives up, even when the journey seems impossible, and her faithfulness wins in the end.

Band

Yellow · Emerging readersTypical starting range: ages 6–8

Length

medium · about 592 words in 6 sections · 4 pictures

Source

The Blue Fairy Book, Andrew Lang

First published

see the About page in the reader

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (8 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script
• · Colouring page
• · Teacher’s Edition (members)

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