About This Book
This engaging chapter book retells a traditional Slavic folktale about a brave and clever little girl. When she is captured by a big bear, she doesn't despair but instead devises an ingenious plan involving a basket of pies to outwit her captor and escape. It's a wonderful story for children aged 4-11, offering themes of courage, resourcefulness, and problem-solving. Parents will appreciate the empowering message and the gentle suspense, making it a great read-aloud or an early independent read.
A retelling of a traditional Slavic tale in which a clever little girl outwits the bear who is holding her captive by hiding in a basket of pies.
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1
What made the little girl so clever?
2
Have you ever had to be brave when you were scared?
3
What other ideas might the little girl have had to escape?
4
Why do you think the bear fell for her trick?
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