Hansel and Gretel

Red takes one of Peter Piper's peppers without asking and he gets mad. The Super Readers turn to the story of Hansel and Gretel to see what happens when the children sample the witch's gingerbread house without permission. Without sugar-coating the situation, the witch tells her side of the story. The lesson teaches Red-and Hansel and Gretel - to be more considerate.

Educational Objectives: This episode teaches kids about the importance of manners, plus it helps them practice the alphabet, identify the letters F, R and T, practice spelling, and use opposites to change the ending of the story.

Related Activity: Gingerbread Cookie Letters

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