Carti in categoria Fairy tales and classic stories

A superbly illustrated graphic novel retelling the epic Greek legend. When Odysseus sets off from the city of Troy to his home on Ithaca, little does he suspect the terrifying dangers that stand in his way. Man-eating giants, a one-eyed ogre and a six-headed serpent lie in wait – not to mention sinister sirens, blood-chilling ghosts and a wicked enchantress. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474938099 Extent: 104 pages Dimensions: 256 x 170mmIllustrator Fabiano Fiorin...

When Alice journeys down the rabbit hole, she finds herself in a strange and magical world. A mad hatter, an invisible Cheshire cat and a crazy caterpillar are just some of the extraordinary characters Alice encounters in this fantastical land. Follow Alice’s amazing adventures in this beautiful graphic version of Lewis Carroll’s timeless fantasy. Age 7 Paperback ISBN: 9781474952446 Extent: 104 pages Dimensions: 256 x 170mmIllustrator Simona Bursi...

This collection of stories from all Shakespeare’s plays, with beautiful illustrations and quotations, is the perfect introduction to Shakespeare. Each story includes short details about the main characters, and famous and memorable quotations from the play. This is a fabulous book that will be referred to again and again, by both children and adults. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C1N79 Padded hardback ISBN: 9781409598770 Extent: 488 pages Dimensions: 240 x 170mmAuthor/Editor Anna Milbourn...

Soar with the Firebird, dance with the Nutcracker Prince and thrill at the drama of Romeo and Juliet in this beautifully illustrated collection of ballet stories. A delightful gift to enchant and inspire any ballet lover, with twelve stories specially retold for readers today. Includes links to websites with video clips and more about the ballets. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474922050 Extent: 256 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mmIllustrator Anne Yvonne Gilbert...

Once upon a time, Jack climbed a giant beanstalk and found his fortune… Peep through the pages to follow Jack’s adventures in this magical book, with delicate cutaway scenes, flaps to lift and stunning illustrations from Davide Ortu. A beautiful way to introduce children to the classic fairy tale. Age 3 Hardback ISBN: 9781474948555 Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Anna MilbourneIllustrator Davide Ortu...

Little children will love this magical retelling of the classic fairy tale, with delicate cutaways, holes to peep through and stunning illustrations from Karl James Mountford. Cursed at birth, Sleeping Beauty is destined to fall asleep for a hundred years on her sixteenth birthday. Can the good fairies, and true love’s first kiss, save her? Age 3 BIC CBMC A2J79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409599135 Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Anna MilbourneIllustrator Karl James Mountford...

A beautiful 30-piece jigsaw and Cinderella picture book, both illustrated by Lorena Alvarez. Presented in a sturdy, attractive box, the book and puzzle set makes a lovely gift and a delightful way for children to enjoy this much-loved story. The large jigsaw pieces are suitable for little hands and the completed puzzle measures 35 x 35cm. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 BIC CBMC A2J79 Jigsaw box ISBN: 9781474929042 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 262 x 262 x 50mmAuthor/Editor Susanna DavidsonIllustrator L...

This beautifully illustrated collection contains all of Jane Austen’s novels retold for young readers, including Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Northanger Abbey and Mansfield Park, with notes on the characters and quotations from the original text. With links to websites to find out more about Jane Austen’s life and times. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474938143 Extent: 400 pages Dimensions: 240 x 170mmAuthor/Editor Anna Milbourne, Mary Sebag-Mo...

A very special, beautifully illustrated gift edition of Frank L. Baum’s well-loved classic The Wonderful Wizard of Oz complete and unabridged. Join Dorothy and her dog, Toto, as they are whirled up in a great cyclone and find themselves in the magical land of Oz. Beautifully produced as a gift to treasure with a padded hardback cover, a ribbon marker, traditional binding and exquisitely illustrated throughout. Age 7 Key Stage KS1/2 E BIC CBMC B3N79 Padded hardback ISBN: 9781409566861 Exte...

A sturdy box with a delightful 30-piece jigsaw and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs picture book beautifully illustrated by John Joven. Little children can talk about the story as they do the jigsaw and the book and puzzle set makes a lovely gift. The large jigsaw pieces are suitable for little hands, and the completed puzzle measures 35 x 35cm. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 BIC CBMC A2J79 Jigsaw box ISBN: 9781474929059 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 262 x 262 x 50mmAuthor/Editor Lesley SimsIllustrator ...

A graphic novel retelling of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic thriller. Sir Charles Baskerville’s mysterious death is a case for the world’s greatest detective – Sherlock Holmes. Was Sir Charles a victim of the family curse? Holmes and Watson must use all their skill and courage when they encounter the terrifying Hound of the Baskervilles... Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474938082 Extent: 104 pages Dimensions: 256 x 170mmIllustrator Andrea da Ro...

Follow the moving story of Black Beauty, a sleek, well-bred horse, who leaves a pleasant meadow in the countryside for the dark streets of Victorian London. Complete and unabridged, this hardback gift edition of Anna Sewell’s classic novel features beautiful illustrations by Fiona Hsieh throughout. Age 9 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC D3N79 Accelerated Reader level 7.7 MYHardback ISBN: 9781474940610 Extent: 328 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mmAuthor/Editor Anna SewellIllustrator Fiona Hsieh...

High in the mountains of Transylvania lives the sinister Count Dracula. When Jonathan Harker is invited to the Counts castle, he discovers a horrific plot to create an army of the undead. Can vampire hunter Professor Van Helsing help Jonathan and his friends thwart Draculas evil plan before its too late? The terrifying suspense never stops in this blood-curling graphic classic. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474925013 Extent: 104 pages Dimensions: 256 x 170mmIllustrator ...

Introduce little ones to Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella and the Princess and the Pea in this gorgeous book. With simple text and beautiful illustrations by Lorena Alvarez throughout, the stories are perfect for reading aloud to young children or for older children to read by themselves. Age 3 Key Stage KS1 E BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474951784 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 213 x 167mmIllustrator Lorena Alvarez...

Discover magical princesses, mighty dragons, mischievous monkeys and more in this captivating collection of Chinese stories, specially retold for readers today. The book features stunning traditional-style brush and ink illustrations by Chinese artist Li Weiding, and includes links to websites to find out more about Chinese folk tales and art. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 E BIC CBMC B3H79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474947077 Extent: 256 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mmAuthor/Editor Retold by Rosie Dickens and Andr...

These ten wonderful stories whisk you to magical worlds where gingerbread men come to life, dragons lurk in caves, and giants live at the top of beanstalks. Each adventure is delightfully illustrated and the perfect length for snuggling up and enjoying at bedtime. Age 4 Key Stage KS1 E BIC CBMC A3H79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474922067 Extent: 256 pages Dimensions: 194 x 152mmAuthor/Editor Various

Follow the adventures of Mowgli, a boy adopted by a family of wolves, and meet Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther, who teach him how to survive in the jungle, in Rudyard Kipling’s classic adventure. Complete and unabridged, this padded hardback gift edition features the beautiful illustrations of Rafael Mayani throughout. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C3N79 Accelerated Reader level 7.5 MY

Age 9 Paperback ISBN: 9781474948111 Extent: 112 pages Dimensions: 256 x 170mmIllustrator Valentino Forlini

HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.`Up on the Alp with grandfather is the loveliest spot in all the world.''Little orphan Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in his remote house in the Swiss Alps. She soon begins to love her life with her grandfather and makes friends with Peter, the goat-herder and his grandmother. Idyllic as her existence is, her aunt sends Heidi to live in Frankfurt to become a companion to the invalid daughter of a wealth...