Cover of Little Red Riding Hood

Little Red Riding Hood

a newfangled prairie tale

by Lisa Campbell Ernst

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A clever girl journeys across the prairie to bring muffins to her grandmother, all while outsmarting a mischievous wolf lurking nearby. This playful retelling adds a humorous twist to the classic tale, filled with witty surprises and lively illustrations that bring the adventure to life. Young readers will delight in the bold characters and unexpected moments that keep the story fresh and fun.

Representation & Themes

Fairy talesFolkloreAdventureHumorFamily

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9780689801457
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published
1995
Type
Fiction
Word Count
1,132

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Fairy tales.Folklore.Fairy talesFolkloreChildren's fiction