The Greedy Dog
(The Decodables: Fables and Folktales)

In this retelling of the classic fable, readers will learn an important lesson from Sari the dog about greed and gratitude. Readers will learn the r controlled vowel ar pattern as Sari learns why you should be happy with what you already have!

This decodable series offers illustrated retellings of nine classic fables and folktales. Some will be very familiar; others may be less so. All provide a great opportunity for students to dive into cumulative lessons that feature complex letter combinations along with opportunities for critical thinking. They will learn to recognize many r-controlled vowels, diphthongs, complicated vowel teams, the -le syllable, and a range of prefixes and suffixes while also considering some life lessons. Each book includes a glossary, a note to the caregiver, and a word list that is organized by Focus words, High-Frequency words, and Challenge words.