Little Red Riding Hood

Grade

Grade 3

Author

Traditional folk tale (versions by Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm)

First published

1697 (Perrault); 1812 (Grimm)

CEC adaptation of a traditional tale, with versions first published in 1697 and 1812, adapted into three reading levels.

A girl in a red hood walks through the woods to visit her grandmother, carrying a basket of food. On the way she meets a clever wolf who has plans of his own. This well-known tale helps young readers talk about strangers, choices, and listening to good advice.