The Little Half-Chick

Close Read Passage, 318 words, Folktale (fiction), Level V (Grade 4), Lexile 560L

This Spanish folktale tells the origin story of the weathervane through the plight of Medio Pollito, a vain half-chicken. What happens when you don't help those in need? You might not receive help when you need it.

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