The little red hen
by Jerry Pinkney
Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 5-8
The text is written at a 3rd 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 determined little red hen works hard planting and harvesting wheat while her neighbors choose not to help. When the time comes to enjoy the fruits of her labor, she learns a valuable lesson about effort and fairness. This timeless tale sparkles with lively illustrations that bring the story's message to life for young readers.
Representation & Themes
FolkloreFriendshipFamilyHumor
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0803729359
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Dial Books
- Published
- 2006
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 661
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Folklore.FolkloreAnimalsNew York Times reviewedChildren's fictionChickens, fictionShort stories