The Stonecutter
The Stonecutter
The Stonecutter
The Stonecutter
The Stonecutter
The Stonecutter
The Stonecutter
Folktale (fiction), 236 words, Level H (Grade 1), Lexile 440L
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When a poor stonecutter finds himself dissatisfied with his simple life, he makes a series of wishes that are granted by the spirit of the mountain. Although each wish is granted, the stonecutter is still not content. The Stonecutter is the retelling of a traditional Japanese folktale that is supported with vibrant and beautiful illustrations. The book can also be used to teach students how to retell and identify characters, setting, and plot.
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Reading Strategy
Retell to understand text
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