The Empty Pot
Folktale (fiction) 446 words, Level K (Grade 2), Lexile 530L
One of the most valuable lessons a person can learn is the importance of being honest. The Empty Pot tells the story of a young Chinese boy named Chen, whose honesty helped him become the next emperor of China. Colorful illustrations and engaging text will keep students interested in learning this important lesson. The book can also be used to teach students how to analyze characters as well as to retell to better understand the text. The book and lesson are also available for levels H and N.
