Listen And Read Little Red Riding Hood | A Classic Bedtime Story for Kids

Once Upon a Time…

There was a little girl who was known for always wearing a bright red hooded cloak that her grandmother had given her. Because of this, everyone called her Little Red Riding Hood. One day, her mother asked her to visit her grandmother, who was sick and needed care.

A Task from Mother

Before sending her off, her mother gave her a basket filled with bread, cakes, and other treats for her grandmother. “Be careful, my dear,” her mother warned, “and remember not to talk to strangers on the way.” Little Red Riding Hood promised to listen to her mother and set off for her grandmother’s house.

A Walk Through the Forest

As Little Red Riding Hood walked through the forest, she enjoyed the beautiful sights and sounds of nature. Along the way, she met a wolf. The wolf seemed friendly and asked, “Where are you going, Little Red Riding Hood?” Forgetting her mother’s warning, she told the wolf about her sick grandmother and that she was bringing her some treats.

The wolf, being sly, thought of a plan. He suggested that Little Red Riding Hood pick some flowers to cheer up her grandmother. While Little Red Riding Hood was distracted, the wolf ran ahead to the grandmother’s house.

The Wolf’s Sneaky Plan

The wolf arrived at the grandmother’s house before Little Red Riding Hood. He knocked on the door, and since the grandmother thought it was her granddaughter, she called out, “Come in, dear.” The wolf rushed in, gobbled up the grandmother, and put on her clothes to disguise himself.

Little Red Riding Hood Arrives

A little while later, Little Red Riding Hood arrived at her grandmother’s house, still holding the basket of treats. She noticed something seemed different about her grandmother, but didn’t realize it was the wolf in disguise.

“Grandmother, what big ears you have!” she said.

“All the better to hear you with, my dear,” replied the wolf.

“And Grandmother, what big eyes you have!” she said.

“All the better to see you with,” the wolf answered.

“And Grandmother, what big teeth you have!” Little Red Riding Hood exclaimed.

“All the better to eat you with!” shouted the wolf as he jumped out of bed.

The Hunter Saves the Day

Just as the wolf was about to gobble up Little Red Riding Hood, a hunter who had been nearby heard the commotion. He rushed into the house, rescued Little Red Riding Hood, and forced the wolf to cough up the grandmother. The wolf ran away, never to be seen again.

Happily Ever After

Little Red Riding Hood learned an important lesson that day: always listen to your parents and be cautious when talking to strangers. She and her grandmother were safe, and they enjoyed the treats together.

Comprehension Questions:

1. What did Little Red Riding Hood’s mother tell her before she left?
2. Who did Little Red Riding Hood meet on the way to her grandmother’s house?
3. What was the wolf’s plan to trick Little Red Riding Hood?
4. How did Little Red Riding Hood realize something was wrong with her “grandmother”?
5. Who saved Little Red Riding Hood and her grandmother from the wolf?

Moral of the Story

The story of Little Red Riding Hood teaches children the importance of listening to their parents and being cautious when interacting with strangers. It reminds us to always stay alert and make wise decisions.

Important Note:

This version of Little Red Riding Hood is a simplified retelling designed for children, preserving the essential lessons and enjoyment of the original fairy tale.