The Young crab and his uncle
This is a retelling of an Aesop's fable with the lesson: Do
- Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words
About this book
The Young crab and his uncle is an intermediate readers book for children ages 3 to 9. This is a retelling of an Aesop's fable with the lesson: Do not tell others how to act unless you can set a good example.
Book details
| Book type | Hearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening. |
|---|---|
| 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, 275 words |
| Categories | Folktales, Story Time |
| 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 Young crab and his uncle with your child
The Young crab and his uncle is a story about Folktales. Reading it together gives your child a chance to enjoy the story and talk about what happens. Pause at the interesting parts and ask what your child thinks will happen next. The story is a good way to build vocabulary and a love of reading, one page at a time, and it gives you something to talk about long after the last page.
Talk about it together
- What would you ask the author about The Young crab and his uncle?
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
- What was your favourite part of The Young crab and his uncle?
Inside the book
The Young crab and his uncle is an audio-only book about Folktales. This is a retelling of an Aesop's fable with the lesson: Do not tell others how to act unless you can set a good example. 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: “There was a young crab who lived on a rocky beach with 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 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?
8 pages, 275 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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