These enchanting tales have been shared for generations and now children can read them on their own These forty traditional tales from cultures around the world, precisely leveled with Fountas and Pinnell Guided Reading Levels, are perfect for meeting Common Core State Standards that call for children to understand the features of traditional tales and compare and contrast traditional stories from various cultures. The accompanying teacher guide taps into comprehension of literature, speaking and listening opportunities, and writing in response to literature. Notes on the inside front and back covers of the student books provide questions for deeper thinking as well as high frequency words and suggestions for practice with foundational skills. Illustrated story maps allow children to tell and retell these tales