Exploring Little Red Riding Hood and the story
Exploring Little Red Riding Hood and the story
What do you already know about Little Red Riding Hood?
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will be able to read and understand the story of Little Red Riding Hood and answer questions about its events, characters, and main ideas.
Introduction to The Tale
Little Red Riding Hood is a classic fairy tale about a young girl, her grandmother, and a sly wolf. The story teaches lessons about listening to advice and being cautious.
Meet the Main Characters
The story's main characters are Little Red Riding Hood, her grandmother, her mother, and the wolf.
The Beginning of the Journey
Little Red Riding Hood sets out to visit her ill grandmother, carrying a basket of treats through the forest.
Meeting the Wolf
On her way, she meets a wolf who learns where she's going. The wolf makes a sneaky plan.
The Wolf’s Plan
The wolf rushes ahead to the grandmother’s house, hoping to get there before Little Red Riding Hood.
A Surprise at Grandmother’s House
When Little Red Riding Hood arrives, she notices something is strange about her 'grandmother.'
Questions to Think About
1. Why did Little Red Riding Hood go to the forest? 2. Who did she meet on her way? 3. Why was the wolf interested in her journey?
Exploring Feelings
How do you think Little Red Riding Hood felt when she saw her 'grandmother'? Why?
Story Sequence
Early Events
Little Red Riding Hood sets out through the forest to visit her grandmother.
Later Events
The wolf reaches grandmother’s house and pretends to be her.
What Happens Next?
What do you think Little Red Riding Hood should do when she realises something is wrong? Discuss your ideas.
Key Story Facts
Little Red Riding Hood, the wolf, her mother, and her grandmother.
Where?
At home, in the forest, and at grandmother’s house.
Who?
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.