Kindergarten Fairy Tales Reading List by Maria Fucci

Lon Po Po

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 04:05:22 UTC

This Caldecott-winning Chinese version of "Little Red Riding Hood" brings cultural diversity to our fairy tale unit. Students will compare versions and sequence events using pictures.

The Rough-Faced Girl

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 04:05:23 UTC

A Native American Algonquin Cinderella story about a girl who must prove her worth through her inner beauty and wisdom.

Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 04:05:24 UTC

An African tale similar to Cinderella. We will use this book to discuss character actions and sequence the story events, helping students connect universal themes across cultures.

The Korean Cinderella

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 04:05:25 UTC

A Korean version of the Cinderella story, featuring beautiful cultural details and traditions while maintaining simple language for young readers.

La Princesa and the Pea

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 05:21:36 UTC

A bilingual retelling of the classic tale "The Princess and the Pea," set in Peru. Rich cultural illustrations and Spanish vocabulary build background knowledge for ELLs while reinforcing sequencing. We will read this story as part of our "retelling and sequencing" day.

The Three Billy Goats Buenos

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 05:23:36 UTC

A fun, rhyming retelling of "The Three Billy Goats Gruff," infused with Spanish phrases and Latino culture. Supports dual-language learners by incorporating familiar phrases and provides opportunity for sequencing practice.

Fairy Tales from Around the World

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 05:30:50 UTC

Free, online read-alouds of multicultural fairy tales from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Students will listen and sequence story events with visual aids. Helpful for ELLs with audio and visual support.

Cinderella (Multicultural Versions)

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 05:33:56 UTC

We will explore different versions of Cinderella, including "Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters" from Africa. This enriches cultural understanding and supports ELLs with audio-visual storytelling.

Scholastic — Fairy Tale Sequencing Printables

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 05:38:23 UTC

Printable sequencing cards for multiple fairy tales. Students will physically arrange events in order, providing hands-on practice that supports ELL engagement and language development.

Sesame Street: Story Sequencing with Grover and Friends

mariafucci7979 — 2025-04-14 05:39:27 UTC

Engaging and visual-friendly video for young learners. This will be used as an interactive warm-up to model sequencing using clear steps and simple language, supporting ELLs.