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Books > Children's & Educational > Fiction > Fairy tales, folk tales, fables, magical tales & traditional stories
A magical collection of enchanting tales by the world's best-loved
storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up! Prepare to be
dazzled with stories of witches, wizards and magical folk. From
spells and enchantments to potions and wishes, there's magic and
wonder brewing in this bumper collection by Enid Blyton. These
traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and
for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone
and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the
classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite
children's authors and her bumper short story collections are
perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.
Read all of Enid Blyton's bumper short story collections. New in
2022: Bedtime Stories Stories of Mischief Makers Stories of Wonders
and Wishes Christmas Treats *** Enid Blyton (R) and Enid Blyton's
signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton
Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced
without the express written permission of the trade mark and
copyright owner.
Revisit the tale of the Three Little Pigs with this graphic novel
for new readers. The three pigs need to build their own homes. But
a big, bad wolf has come to find them. What happens to their homes
as they try to stay safe? What do they do to get rid of the wolf?
Fast-paced and exciting, beautifully illustrated and full of
unicorn magic, children will love Unicorn Seekers a thrilling new
series from BBC disability ambassador, Cerrie Burnell. Growing up
in a bustling city, Elodie Lightfoot thinks she's seen it all.
Except, she's never seen a unicorn before... until now. And not
just that - she can feel the unicorn's magic too - it's as if a
special bond exists between them. But while these exciting powers
bring adventure, they also bring danger as Elodie realises she's
prepared to protect her unicorn at all costs... Striking cover with
shiny silver sparkles makes this the perfect gift A beautifully
told adventure story with magic, excitement and, of course,
unicorns! This captivating new book from TV personality and
disability campaigner Cerrie Burnell will leave children completely
enchanted Gorgeous black and white illustrations throughout
The Three Little Pigs are terrified when they find out who their
new neighbor is! They have met his kind before. Will they all get
eaten up by the Big Bad Wolf?
It's never too soon to share your favourite classics with the next
generation... This edition of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has been
adapted for younger readers and features: - Simplified Text - A
child-friendly layout, designed for young readers - Full-colour
illustrations by award-winning artist Robert Ingpen. An iconic
classic, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is a must-read for adults and
children alike. Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a
terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her
dog, Toto, far away to the magical land of Oz. Dorothy must follow
the yellow brick road to the Emerald City and find the wonderfully
mysterious Wizard of Oz. Together with her companions the Tin
Woodman, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion whom she meets on the
way, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure. A
full-colour illustrated edition of one of the world's best loved
stories.
Slithering stoorworms, mischievious brownies, fierce kelpies and
magical selkies -- these are the creatures of Scottish folklore.
Award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin has collected the
best-loved tales from all over Scotland. Retelling each in its own
individual style, she presents funny tales, moving tales and
enchanting fairy tales. Soar with the goshawk, dive with selkies
and battle with the stoorworm, as each story is brought to life
with exquisite illustrations by Scottish fine artist Kate Leiper,
which brim with otherworldly beauty. A wonderful gift, this is a
truly stunning book to be treasured for a lifetime and will be
enjoyed by parents and grandparents as well as children. Longlisted
for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2013
Favorite stories from Robert Munsch in an early reader format kids
will love! Adapted from the originals so beginner readers can
proudly say "I read this myself!" When the fiercest dragon in the
whole world smashes Princess Elizabeth's castle, burns all her
clothes, and captures her fiance, Prince Ronald, Elizabeth takes
matters into her own hands. With her wits alone and nothing but a
paper bag to wear, the princess challenges the dragon to show his
strength in the hopes of saving the prince. But is it worth all
that trouble? Colorful and fun, Robert Munsch's zany stories and
Michael Martchenko's illustrations will grab kids' attention and
keep them interested as they practice their reading skills. Tips
for supporting emerging readers are in the back for parents.
Switch up your bedtime reading with these charming stories from
Myanmar! The stories in this beautifully illustrated children's
book have been passed down for generations and were told to author
Pascal Khoo Thwe by his grandmother. These traditional tales
feature handsome princes, squabbling siblings, greedy crocodiles
and evil ogres--all set against a backdrop of traditional Burmese
village life. The eight delightful stories in this book include:
"The Seven Sisters" - Forced to transform into peacocks to escape
an evil ogre "Let Her Take the Shadow" - About a greedy market
trader who learns a lesson when she tries to charge a poor man for
enjoying the smell of her delicious fried fish "The Squirrels and
the Bees" - When bees build their hive outside the squirrels' home,
they become angry and scared. However in the end, they learn to
live in harmony. And many more! Enhanced by the playful
illustrations of Maeve Bates, this collection provides children
with insights into the culture, values and lifestyle of the Burmese
people. Perfect for bedtime reading, these stories are sure to be
enjoyed by children and parents alike.
2021 Bronze Moonbeam Children's Book Award On the night before
Christmas, so the old stories say, Saint Nicholas rides in a
magical sleigh. But what is the truth, and what are the legends?
Who is this giftgiver, and why all the presents? Around Christmas
we spend a lot of time thinking about presents, but have you ever
wondered why we give gifts? Learn about the life of Saint Nicholas
and discover why he became known as one of the greatest giftgivers
of all time. Told as a delightful poem, this colorfully illustrated
book will be enjoyed by children and the adults who read with them.
Also included is a note from the author to encourage further
conversation about the content. Discover IVP Kids and share with
children the things that matter to God.
Peep through the trees right inside the three bears' tidy, inviting
little cottage. Follow Goldilocks as she cheekily eats the bears'
porridge, sits on their chairs and snuggles up in their beds. With
a charming new twist at the end, this beloved fairy tale is retold
in a gorgeous laser-cut book with holes and flaps.
A fantastic compendium, this wonderful collection of Greek myths
taken from "Usborne Young Reading" titles is a thrilling and
informative read. Featuring the best-known of all the Greek heroes
and monsters, with six stories starring Perseus and Medusa,
Pegasus, Heracles, Odysseus, the Wooden Horse and the Minotaur. A
section after the stories gives more details on the various gods
and other Greek myths. "Usborne's Young Reading" series was
developed in conjunction with an expert from Roehampton University
and is designed to encourage independent reading. Each individual
story has clear, engaging text and is accompanied by original
illustrations.
After the storm of the century rips apart New Orleans,
sixteen-year-old Adele Le Moyne and her father are among the first
to return. Adele wants nothing more than to resume her normal life,
but with the silent city resembling a war zone, a parish-wide
curfew, and mysterious new faces lurking in the abandoned French
Quarter, normal needs a new definition. Strange events-even for New
Orleans-lead Adele to an attic that has been sealed for three
hundred years. The chaos she accidentally unleashes threatens not
only her but also everyone she knows. Caught in a hurricane of
myths and monsters, Adele must untangle a web of magic that weaves
the climbing murder rate back to her own ancestors. But who can you
trust in a city where everyone has secrets and keeping them can
mean life or death? Unless...you're immortal.
Arianwyn is back for another thrilling adventure in the second
APPRENTICE WITCH book - Studio Ghibli meets Diana Wynne Jones!
Praise for book 1: 'Reminded me of the best of the Worst Witch
books' ABI ELPHINSTONE 'THE APPRENTICE WITCH is entirely more
charming, adventurous, and full of heart than a book has any right
to be.' TRENTON LEE STEWART 'A delightful, witty and vivid story'
KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE During an eventful holiday in Kingsport,
Arianwyn is recruited for an important mission: to retrieve the
Book of Quiet Glyphs from its hiding place in the Great Wood. But
as she returns home to Lull, feyling refugees gather outside the
town walls and hex plagues the forest. As tensions lead to
fall-outs with her friends, town squabbles and magical mishaps,
Arianwyn faces a sobering truth: she alone can find the Book, and
wield its secrets ...
Revisit the tale of Rumpelstiltskin with this graphic novel for new
readers. The king demands the miller's daughter spin straw into
gold. She doesn't know how until Rumpelstiltskin appears out of
nowhere with his magic. But as the king asks for more gold, and
Rumpelstiltskin demands repayment, what will happen to the miller's
daughter?
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Meet Little Bear, a friend to millions of children. And meet Mother Bear, who is there whenever Little Bear needs her. When it is cold and snowy outside, she finds just the right outfit for Little Bear to play in. When he goes to the moon, she has a hot lunch waiting for him on his return. At night she helps him get to sleep. And, of course, she never forgets his birthday.
A timeless collection of over twenty of Aesop's best-loved fables,
including favourites such as The Hare and the Tortoise, Town Mouse
and Country Mouse, Dog in the Manger and The Lion and the Mouse.
The tales are retold with warmth and humour by former Children's
Laureate Michael Morpurgo and brought to life by Emma Chichester
Clark's exquisitely playful and distinctive artwork.
The old, cruel king was dead. All over the kingdom there were
celebrations, for no one had loved the king. Some said they had
praised him, fearing what he might do to them. The old, cruel king
was dead; hope rose like a pillar, sturdy and strong; it climbed
up, up, up to highest heavens. There would be kindness in the land.
There would be love and honour for all. There would be happiness in
abundance; poverty, abuse and disease would be no more. Or so they
thought...
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