The Little Red Hen

This timeless fable, retold by Paul Galdone, follows a diligent Little Red Hen who finds some wheat and decides to bake a loaf of bread. At every step, from planting to harvesting to milling, she asks her farm animal friends for help, only to be met with refusal. When the warm, fragrant bread is finally baked, the hen must decide who truly deserves to enjoy the fruits of her labor. It's a clear and engaging story for young children, offering a straightforward lesson on the importance of hard work, personal initiative, and the consequences of laziness. It's an excellent springboard for discussions about responsibility, fairness, and cooperation.