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Little Red Riding Hood

By Jacob Grimm

A hungry wolf knows Little Red’s secret—but will she uncover his before reaching Grandma’s cottage?

classic suspenseful enchanting cautionary

Genres

Fairy Tales Classics Animals

What is Little Red Riding Hood about?

Little Red Riding Hood sets off through the forest to take food to her sick grandmother, carrying a basket and following her mother’s warning not to stray from the path. Along the way, she meets a clever, hungry wolf, who tricks her into revealing where she is going. While the wolf races ahead to the cottage, Little Red Riding Hood must face danger, discover the truth and find a way to escape. This classic tale reminds readers to be careful with strangers.

About the author

Jacob Grimm was a German author who loved collecting and sharing fairy tales with his brother, Wilhelm. Together, they wrote famous stories like 'Hansel and Gretel', 'Snow White', and 'Rapunzel'. Their magical tales have delighted children all over the world for many years and are still enjoyed by readers today.

Pages

30 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

1995

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