This wonderful collection of 12 fables features activities sure to develop critical thinking skills and promote maximum comprehension. Illustrated stories are followed by a crossword puzzle plus questions based on Bloom's Taxonomy and labeled according to a targeted skill/thinking level. The many morals and lessons throughout provide opportunities to work on character building. This 48-page book is accompanied by a high-quality audio CD, which gives your reluctant readers a chance to participate and achieve success. Audio CD follows text word-for-word to aid fluency and comprehension. Graphic organizers and a chart of skills included.