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Age Range
4 - 8
Genre
fables
Copyright Year
2015-04-16
Page Count
98
Publisher
August House
Grade Level
Pre-K - 3rd
ISBN
9781939160775
Lexile
600
Themes
morals
cultural diversity
building character

Forty Fun Fables: Tales that Trick, Tickle and Teach

Written by Martha Hamilton & Mitch Weiss and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire

Forty Fun Fables is a delightful collection of classic stories from Aesop and other cultures around the world. These short, witty tales use talking animals to share timeless wisdom and humor with children of all ages. Each story ends with a clear moral, making it a perfect tool for parents and teachers to build character and inspire classroom discussions.

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Age Range
4 - 8
Genre
fables
Copyright Year
2015-04-16
Page Count
98
Publisher
August House
Grade Level
Pre-K - 3rd
ISBN
9781939160775
Lexile
600
Themes
morals
cultural diversity
building character
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