Product Description

Hard work pays off for the little red heroine of this traditional tale. Youngsters will discover the importance of helpign others while learning how one ear of wheat can become a warm and delicious loaf of bread!

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #592973 in Books
• Published on: 2001-03-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 32 pages

From School Library Journal

PreS-K-This version of the familiar folktale departs from the traditional telling in several ways. A rooster and a mouse live with the little red hen and lazily refuse to help do the chores necessary to turn a grain of wheat into a loaf of bread. When, in turn, the little red hen won't share the fruits of her solitary labor, the shirkers learn their lesson and, in this story, get a second chance. Next time the hen finds a grain of wheat, both rooster and mouse are there to help and to enjoy the delicious reward. The narrative is simple and serviceable, though not particularly rhythmic. Bold, uncomplicated illustrations, all full-bleed double-page spreads, depict an inviting country setting. Effective use of line and texture combine with rich color to appeal to young viewers. (Some may wonder, though, how the little mouse managed to lift a large watering can.) A recipe for whole-wheat bread, clear but not as easy as suggested, is appended. An acceptable choice for those who prefer a happy ending for all.-Marie Orlando, Suffolk Cooperative Library System, Bellport, NY

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Review
"A cheerful story, illustrated in bright primary colours with bold outlines and font type to match. The language is economical and repetition advances the story, making this an enjoyable tale for sharing and one that very young children will quickly try to read for themselves." --Carousel

"A cheerful story, illustrated in bright primary colours with bold outlines and font type to match. The language is economical and repetition advances the story, making this an enjoyable tale for sharing and one that very young children will quickly try to read for themselves." --Carousel

"This is a beautifully illustrated book. The alternative ending to the story makes a welcome change from other editions." --La Leche League News

"Where other little red hen stories finish, this one begins again, lots of discussion here on the social and moral aspects of sharing and helping! The illustrations are bold and colourful, full of talking points. The text is clear and easy to follow, there is a wonderfully simple bread recipe included in the book which makes an excellent follow-up activity to the story. Children can share the smell and taste of freshly baked bread with the little hen and her companions." --Early Years Educator

"This is a beautifully illustrated book. The alternative ending to the story makes a welcome change from other editions." --La Leche League News