Honesty is the core theme of this timeless story about a shepherd boy who gets bored watching his sheep. To have some fun, he tricks the villagers by shouting “Wolf!” when there is no danger at all. However, when a real wolf finally appears, no one comes to help because they don’t believe him anymore. This version is written with simple, engaging English to help children understand why telling the truth is so important. It is a must-read for every young learner.
Lexile: 520L
