
Goldilocks and the Other Three Bears
Fairy Tale (fiction) 401 words, Level L (Grade 2), Lexile 480L
The classic fairy tale Goldilocks and the Three Bears is retold with rich description at three reading levels. The story invites readers to enjoy the adventures of a girl who happens upon a cottage in the forest and finds three bowls of porridge, three chairs, and three beds. What surprises await the family that lives in the cottage? Use Goldilocks and the Other Three Bears to show students how a change in the portrayal of the characters can give the story a different view. Book and lesson also available at Levels I and P.