Hans Christian Andersen
The Little Match Girl
This touching story reminds us to be more attentive, empathetic, and caring. It has a sad ending and is about a poor girl who wanders the streets alone in winter. No one either notices, or helps her.
Once upon a time
One day, Karin’s uncle decided that it was high time he put a stop to her antics. He told Karin that her behaviour was sometimes quite impolite and unladylike. When Karin turned her back on him in a huff, her uncle couldn’t help himself any longer, and he smacked her on the bottom.
Karin ran out of the house
The lady was very nice to Karin from the beginning, and Karin knew how to take advantage of that. For instance, she took it into her head that she would like to dress like a princess. She begged so much…