6. The old tale and the modern tale 234
a. The modern tale often lacks the great art qualities of the old tale, unity and harmony, sincerity and simplicity 235
b. The modern tale often fails to use the
method of suggestion 235
c. The modern tale often does not stand the
test of literature 235
d. The modern tale gives richly to the primary
and elementary field 235
e. Criticism of a few modern tales 236
1) Little Beta and the Lame Giant, a good
modern tale 236
2) The Cock, the Mouse, and the Little Red
Hen, a good modern tale 238
3) Peter Rabbit, a classic; other animal
tales 239
4) The Elephant's Child, a modern animal
tale. (See Appendix) 239