When the shepherd boy gets bored, he shouts "Wolf!" and all the villagers come running. What will happen when a wolf really does appear?

A beautifully illustrated retelling of this favourite traditional story. Based on the original Aesop fable, this provides a gentle introduction to the importance of telling the truth.

Must Know Stories includes favourite tales, celebrating the diversity of our literary heritage. Level 1 stories are told in under 500 words, for children to read independently.


The Boy Who Cried Wolf

by Elizabeth Adams

Published 23 January 2014

When the shepherd boy gets bored, he shouts "Wolf!" and all the villagers come running. What will happen when a wolf really does appear?

A beautifully illustrated retelling of this favourite traditional story. Based on the original Aesop fable, this provides a gentle introduction to the importance of telling the truth.

Must Know Stories includes favourite tales, celebrating the diversity of our literary heritage. Level 1 stories are told in under 500 words, for children to read independently.