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The Ugly Duckling

By Hans Christian Andersen
Series: English Readers Level 1
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The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen is a timeless tale about a young bird who is out of place in his surroundings and faces mockery and loneliness. As he ventures through various challenges, he eventually discovers his true identity and beauty. This heartwarming story conveys themes of personal growth, acceptance, and the triumph of inner beauty.
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You might enjoy this classic children's tale if you appreciate stories about personal growth and self-discovery. It beautifully illustrates how overcoming adversity can lead to finding one's true identity and self-worth. Ideal for teaching children about resilience and the importance of accepting oneself and others.

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A heartwarming retelling of the classic story by Hans Christian Andersen.
Andersen's story of the Ugly Duckling, rejected and bullied, lonely and miserable until he realises his magnificent true nature, has become one of our most cherished tales of growing up and finding your place in the world. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. CEFR level: A1. 1168 words.

Series: English Readers Level 1

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474991193

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 April 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Alexandra Badiu
  • Illustrated by Alexandra Badiu

Audience: Children, EFL / TEFL / TESOL

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 110g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Childrenโ€™s, Teenage and Educational Classic Fiction Education & Reference Hans Christian Andersen Series: English Readers Level 1

About the Author

Hans Christian Anderson (1805โ€“75) was a Danish writer, best known for his universally recognised childrenโ€™s fairy tales, of which there are over 150. He also wrote plays, novels, poems and travel essays.

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