Little Red Riding Hood
By Vera Southgate
A clever wolf reaches Grandmother’s cottage first—but what will Little Red discover inside?
classic · suspenseful · charming · cautionary
Genres
What is Little Red Riding Hood about?
Little Red Riding Hood sets off through the forest to visit her poorly grandmother, carrying a basket of food. Her mother warns her not to stop or talk to strangers, but a clever wolf soon learns where she is going. The wolf reaches the cottage first and hatches a wicked plan. When Little Red Riding Hood arrives, she notices that something is not quite right. Can she escape the wolf and save her grandmother before it is too late?
About the author
Vera Southgate was a well-loved writer from the UK who created many enjoyable books for young readers. She is best known for retelling classic fairy tales like Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Puss in Boots. Vera’s stories are easy to read and full of adventure, helping many children discover the joy of reading.
Pages
44 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
2008
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