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The Lambikin

A fable retold from Indian Fairy Tales by Joseph Jacobs

This fable comes from Indian Fairy Tales, collected by Joseph Jacobs and first published in the nineteenth century. Jacobs gathered folk tales from across India, preserving stories that had been told aloud for generations. This text reflects its era; a few period terms have been modernised. The story of the Lambikin teaches children about the danger of being too clever for one's own good, and the risk of making promises one cannot keep. It is a cautionary tale told with rhythm and repetition, making it easy to remember and retell.

Band

Yellow · Emerging readersTypical starting range: ages 6–8

Length

medium · about 563 words in 6 sections · 4 pictures

Source

Indian Fairy Tales, Joseph Jacobs and John Dickson Batten

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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