Andrew Lang’s The Blue Fairy Book offers a classic collection of fairy tales from around the world. With vivid characters and moral lessons woven into each tale, this book cultivates a love for storytelling while strengthening comprehension skills. Students may be encouraged to retell and illustrate stories, deepening their connection to the text.
This book is used in Kolbe Academy's Reading 1 course which features level-appropriate readings that gradually introduce new vocabulary, with a focus on reading comprehension and phonics development. Teachers are encouraged to read aloud—especially from the Catholic National Readers: New Primer and Book One—while students practice both vocal and silent reading.
Students will also listen to classic literature, retell stories, and illustrate key scenes to deepen understanding and spark imagination. Poetry is introduced to enhance language rhythm and expand vocabulary, enriching the student’s overall command of language.
Course this book is used in:
- Reading 1:
- Homeschool