Leaf, M. (1936). The story of Ferdinand (R. Lawson, Illustrator). New York, NY: Viking.
Summary: Ferdinand, a Spanish bull, loves sitting under a tree and smelling flowers. But, by accident he is taken to take on the bull-fighters of Madrid. This is what happens when a peaceful bull is faced with violence.
Review: This is a classic story that says it's okay to be peaceful. It is calm and gentle reminder that's it's okay to be who you are. You don't have to be someone you're not; you can be yourself.
Diversity: Ferdinand is a bull in Spain. There are Spanish bull-fighters and ladies as well.
Diversity: Ferdinand is a bull in Spain. There are Spanish bull-fighters and ladies as well.
Suggestions for Teachers: My children love this book. It makes a great read-aloud. It would be a good conversation piece. What is the author trying to tell us? What is the theme of this book? How are you like Ferdinand? How are you different?
Reading Level:
- Quantitative: Lexile 710L, ATOS Book Level 2.75-5.14, Flesh-Kincaid 1.98-5.34, 3.53 RMM
- Qualitative: This text is slightly complex. It is organized chronologically. Vocabulary is largely familiar although there are some Spanish words to describe people. The simple black and white illustrations help readers make meaning. Prior knowledge of Spain and bullfighting as well as peace and pacifism would help readers understand this text better.
Common Core State Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.2
Recount stories, including fables and folktales from diverse cultures, and determine their central message, lesson, or moral.
Recount stories, including fables and folktales from diverse cultures, and determine their central message, lesson, or moral.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.3
Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges.
Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges.
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