The dancing hen
By Richard Edwards
A dancing hen’s bouncy sounds and rhymes lead young readers towards a surprising discovery.
playful · rhythmic · cheerful · simple
Genres
What is The dancing hen about?
Meet a lively hen who loves to dance in this playful rhyming story. As she flaps, hops and twirls, young readers follow a cheerful sequence of sounds, actions and word patterns. The simple text introduces two common rhyme families, helping children notice how words can sound alike while enjoying the story. With its bouncy rhythm and repeated language, this short tale is designed for Reception and Year 1 readers to read independently and aloud.
About the author
Richard Edwards is a talented British author and poet who loves writing stories and poems for children. His books, such as 'Ten Little Lights', are filled with fun, imagination, and adventure. Richard enjoys making children smile with his lively and playful words, encouraging everyone to discover the joy of reading.
Pages
12 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
1998
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