Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, the son of a shoemaker. His early life was wretched, but he was adopted by a patron and became a short-story writer, novelist and playwright, though he remains best-known for his magical fairy tales which were published between 1835 and 1872.
Step into the magical world of Child's Play fairy tales. Traditional tales are a well-established part of all cultures. Retold from the originals, these lively stories will captivate readers with their delightful illustrations and fun lift-up flaps which really add to the action. The 'flip-up' flaps encourage prediction and discussion, and well-known stories will give young readers confidence.
Kind Blanche, following the instructions of an old witch, gains riches while her greedy sister makes fun of the old woman and is duly rewarded. A Creole folktale spread through the American South.
Step into the magical world of Child's Play fairy tales.. Traditional tales are a well-established part of all cultures. Retold from the originals, these lively stories will captivate listeners. A Child's Play audio production.
Just So Stories by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of whimsical and imaginative tales that explain the origins of various animals and natural phenomena. The stories are known for their playful language and engaging narratives.
A storytime collection of five tales featuring "The Elves and the Shoemaker", "Puss in Boots","Magic Porridge Pot", "Tom Thumb" and "Chicken Licken".
Lift-the-flap illustrations show the big, bad wolf in pursuit of three little pigs who have left home to seek their fortunes.
This story is based on a classic German folktale, and it's a great way to help teach children right from wrong Step into the magical world of Child's Play fairy tales... Traditional tales are a well-established part of all cultures. Retold from the originals, these lively stories will captivate listeners.
To a small child, words are magical. And the most magical of all are the beloved, venerable words of Mother Goose. Now folklorist Iona Opie has gathered more than sixty treasured rhymes in their most perfect, honest form.
Through her great capacity to love, a kind and beautiful maid releases a handsome prince from the spell which has made him an ugly beast.