Little Red Riding Hood By Perarles Perrault

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Everyone must find their own direction in life and go their own way. This is why I am certain that Little Red Riding Hood a fairy tale that remains relevant in today’s society. It continues to teach children and adult’s important messages and morals that, relate to the modern world. Little Red Riding Hood is a classic fairy tale written by Charles Perrault, 17th century, with over 58 versions around the world. This fairy tale teaches young and old people to that you must make your own decision in life and go down your own path whether it is good or bad.
Little red riding hood is a story loved by children all around the world. It is about a young girl who ventures into a whimsical forest and finds herself approach by a wolf who kills her grandma

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