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The Beacon in the Storm

A poem retold from Victor Hugo

Victor Hugo was a French poet and writer of the nineteenth century. This poem, first published in the nineteenth century, uses the image of a lighthouse in a storm to show how a small light can bring hope and safety when everything seems dark and dangerous. The poem mentions Triton, a figure from old Greek stories who was said to blow a horn to call up storms. Hugo's poem reminds us that even in the hardest times, one act of care—like lighting a lamp—can save lives. This text reflects its era.

Band

Yellow · Emerging readersTypical starting range: ages 6–8

Length

medium · about 529 words in 4 sections · 4 pictures

Source

Poems, Victor Hugo

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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