The Magic Pumpkin

In this folktale from Ukraine, a poor but good man is rewarded for his virtue while his greedy brother is punished. Sharing this fable is a way of spreading something positive about Ukraine and some features of their culture and help readers feel connected to the news.

The World Folktales Graded Readers bring stories from around the world into the ESL classroom. Traditional tales interest people of all ages who love folk stories, as well as learning and sharing wisdom from around the world. Inspire students to share stories from their own culture as they improve reading speed and fluency!