Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
4.4
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
1694
Points per Word
0.000295
Page Count
30
Points per Page
0.016667
Description
This Ukrainian folktale tells of a young girl's attempts to save her village from starvation.
Quick Summary
This Ukrainian folktale features a clever young heroine who uses her wits to outsmart hardship and bring hope back to her hungry village. Children will root for the determined girl as she discovers creative solutions, experiences a rich cultural story, and sees the power of perseverance rewarded. If your kid loves strong female protagonists in folktales like "The Paper Bag Princess," they'll be enchanted by this tale. Perfect for kindergarten through third grade, it makes an excellent choice for early readers who enjoy stories about brave kids making a difference.