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Sour Grapes And Other Fables

By Margaret Mooney and Michael Curtain

Adjectives

insightful engaging educational

Genres

Fairy Tales

What is Sour Grapes And Other Fables about?

This collection presents four classic fables: 'Sour Grapes', 'Danger Ahead', 'A Tiny Bite', and 'Dog and Bone'. Each tale features animal characters who encounter challenges, leading to valuable life lessons. Readers will discover the origins of phrases like 'sour grapes' and reflect on themes such as caution, gratitude, and the consequences of greed.

About the author

Margaret Mooney is a New Zealand author and literacy expert who wrote many books for young readers, as well as helpful resource books for teachers. She worked as a primary-school teacher and school leader before helping with education and reading programmes. Her writing encourages children to enjoy books, learn new words and become confident readers.

Pages

16 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

Edition published

2000

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