“..., and the three sisters told her the story of the Po Po who had come“
“..., and the three sisters told her the story of the Po Po who had come“
I would use Lon Po Po in the classroom to compare and contrast it with the Western version of Little Red Riding Hood, helping students explore cultural variations in traditional tales. The story also encourages discussions about bravery, teamwork, and problem-solving as the children outsmart the wolf.
pickPaul Zelinsky‘s Rumpelstiltskin is a beautifully illustrated retelling of the classic Grimm story. This tale is considered a fairy tale because it includes magical elements, such as spinning straw into gold and the mysterious little man who appears to help the miller‘s daughter. Like many fairy tales, it teaches lessons about greed, promises, and cleverness, while also highlighting the importance of wit and determination in overcoming challenges
“Then they climbed down, went into the house, closed the door, locked the door with the latch and fell peacefully asleep.“
I would use this book in a series of fairy tales featuring the “Little Red Riding Hood“ book. It would be good for students to read different versions of traditional literature that features a new perspective.
pickThis book is considered to be a fairytale. Unlike the European version, this story features three sisters who outwit a wolf disguised as their grandmother. It emphasizes themes of cleverness, caution, and survival, making it both a cautionary tale and a celebration of wit and resourcefulness. It also starts in past tense starting the story with “Once, long ago...“
“The wolf disguised his voice, ‘My dear little children, this is your grandmother. Open the door and let me in.‘”
I would use this in the classroom and make cultural connections to elements of Chinese culture. I would also use this book when discussing character traits.
pickThis is a Caldecott award-winning folktale published in 1990. It was passed down in Chinese culture as a version of “Little Red Riding Hood.“ There are talking characters, a trickster villain (the wolf), clever children, and a moral lesson.
