The Foolish Lion and the Wise Rabbit
The story of The Foolish Lion and the Clever Rabbit comes from the Panchatantra
- Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words
About this book
The Foolish Lion and the Wise Rabbit is an intermediate readers book for children ages 3 to 9. The story of The Foolish Lion and the Clever Rabbit comes from the Panchatantra, which is an ancient Indian collection of five volumes of stories centered around animal stories.
Book details
| Book type | Hearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening. |
|---|---|
| Author | Suyash 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 | 9 pages, 363 words |
| Categories | Folktales |
| Interactive features | No activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can listen to this book
Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.
Get the Read Along AppThis edition has no quiz or activity.
Why read The Foolish Lion and the Wise Rabbit with your child
Stories like The Foolish Lion and the Wise Rabbit 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
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of The Foolish Lion and the Wise Rabbit?
- What did you learn about Folktales?
Inside the book
The Foolish Lion and the Wise Rabbit is an audio-only book about Folktales. The story of The Foolish Lion and the Clever Rabbit comes from the Panchatantra, which is an ancient Indian collection of five volumes of stories centered around animal stories. There are no pictures and no words on screen, so children listen and imagine the story for themselves.
Children gain a love of listening and a stronger imagination. Listen together, and talk about what you heard afterwards. It is a calm way to enjoy a story, especially at bedtime.
From the book: “Once upon a time, there lived a big, scary lion in the forest.”
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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 hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App.
How long is the book?
9 pages, 363 words
What will my child learn?
This book helps children learn about Folktales, and builds vocabulary and a love of reading.
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