Books Like Chanticleer and the Fox
Families who loved Chanticleer and the Fox by Geoffrey Chaucer often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Chanticleer and the Fox by Geoffrey Chaucer often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this Caldecott Medal winner when your child is navigating the tricky waters of social confidence or beginning to show signs of overconfidence and boastfulness. It is an ideal choice for the child who is easily swayed by peer pressure or flattery, offering a clear and classic example of why it is important to keep one's wits about them. Based on Chaucer's Nun's Priest's Tale, the story follows Chanticleer, a proud and beautiful rooster, who is nearly eaten by a hungry fox after being charmed by the fox's false praise. This adaptation by Barbara Cooney is a masterclass in using folklore to teach humility and discernment. The emotional themes of pride and redemption are handled with a gentle wit that resonates with children aged 4 to 8. Parents will appreciate how the book models that everyone makes mistakes, but intelligence and quick thinking can help one recover from even the most precarious situations. It is a visually stunning, sophisticated tale that encourages children to look beyond surface level compliments.
