Three Billy Goats

Three Billy Goats - Enjoy the famous tale of the three clever goats and the hungry troll.

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Level 1 Sue Arengo Classic Tales

Enjoy the famous tale of the three clever goats and the hungry troll. Bring the magic of good storytelling into your classroom with Classic Tales, and they’ll love their English lessons too. This new edition of the award-winning series uses traditional tales to bring English to life through more than 30 beautifully illustrated stories...

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The Three Hungry Goats

Three goats live together: one little, one big, and one very big. They are all very hungry. The big red goat says "I'm very hungry!" They see beautiful green grass across a river. The little goat shouts "Look at the grass!" They want to eat it but need to cross the river first. A bridge is there, but something is under it.

The Troll Under the Bridge

The goats see the bridge. But a bad troll lives under it. "This is my bridge!" he says. The big red goat sees him and cries, "There's a troll!" The troll is scary and protects his bridge. He is also hungry. The goats really want the green grass. They must find a way to cross the bridge and pass the troll.

The Little and Big Goats Cross

The little goat goes first. "Tip! Tap!" go his feet. The troll hears him. "Who's on my bridge?" The little goat answers, "It's me." The troll wants to eat him. The clever goat says, "I'm little. Wait for the next goat. He's big." The troll agrees. The big goat crosses next. He also tells the troll to wait for the very big goat.

The Very Big Goat Fights

The very big goat goes on the bridge. "Tip! Tap! Tip! Tap!" The troll asks who is there. The goat says, "It's me. I want to eat the grass." The troll is hungry and says, "I want to eat you!" But the very big goat is strong. He says, "OK. Here I come!" He runs and hits the troll very hard. The troll flies up and then falls down.

A Happy Ending

The bad troll goes away. He never comes back. The goats say, "Goodbye, troll!" Now, the three goats can cross the bridge. They eat the green, green grass. They are very happy and not hungry anymore. The little goat, the big goat, and the very big goat are all safe and full. They can always eat the grass now.

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About the Author

Sue Arengo

British author and editor of children's books

Sue Arengo is a British author who writes wonderful stories for children learning English. She has worked with Oxford University Press for over 20 years, creating books that are fun and easy to read.

A Storyteller for Young Learners of English

Sue Arengo is a British author who writes wonderful stories for children learning English. She has worked with Oxford University Press for over 20 years, creating books that are fun and easy to read. Many of her books are part of graded reader series like Classic Tales, Dominoes, and Oxford Bookworms.

Bringing Fairy Tales to Life

One of Sue's most famous works is the Classic Tales series. This award-winning series retells traditional fairy tales like The Ugly Duckling, The Magic Brocade, and The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse. These stories are written in simple English, making them perfect for children learning English as a second language. The series is loved by teachers and students worldwide and is now in its second edition.

Creating Original Stories

Sue Arengo doesn't just rewrite old stories—she also creates new ones! Books like Baby Robot and Archie's Sweet Shop show her talent for writing fun, imaginative stories. These books help children enjoy reading and improve their English at the same time.

A Talent for Art

Did you know Sue Arengo is also an artist? Using the name Kisa, she paints colorful and imaginative pictures with oil paints. Her art has been shown in exhibitions, including one at John Wesley's Methodist Chapel in Bristol. Sue even illustrated her own fairy tale called Lord of the Meadow. This beautiful story, set in an English summer meadow, has many small oil-painted illustrations.

Inspiring Young Readers

Sue Arengo's work is special because it helps young learners discover the joy of reading. Her books make English easy and fun for children all over the world. With her creativity and talent, Sue continues to inspire young readers to dream big and learn with enthusiasm.

If you are looking for interesting books for English learners, Sue Arengo's stories are a great place to start. Her work combines learning with imagination, making reading an enjoyable experience for everyone.