The Elephant and the Hare
The story of The Elephant and the Hare originated from the Maasai tribe of Kenya
About this book
The Elephant and the Hare is an intermediate readers book for children ages 3 to 9. The story of The Elephant and the Hare originated from the Maasai tribe of Kenya, a tribe well known for their connection to animals. The story of The Elephant and the Hare teaches how intelligence and cleverness are far more powerful than brute strength.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Samrath Singh |
| Ages | 5 to 7 years, also 3 to 5 years, also 7 to 9 years |
| Grade | Grade 2 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 8 pages, 470 words, 3 minutes |
| Categories | Folktales, Story Time |
| Interactive features | What is This? activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus What is This? activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read The Elephant and the Hare with your child
Stories like The Elephant and the Hare work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Folktales setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.
Talk about it together
- What did you learn about Folktales?
- Who would you tell about this book, and why?
- What would you do if you were in this story?
Inside the book
In The Elephant and the Hare, readers find Folktales. The story of The Elephant and the Hare originated from the Maasai tribe of Kenya, a tribe well known for their connection to animals. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Folktales and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “There was an elephant who collected honey for his family.”
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 3 to 9 years, at Grade 2 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The What is This? activity is a Reading and Math app feature.
How long is the book?
8 pages, 470 words, 3 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has the What is This? activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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