In a story highlighting the value of hard work and preparation, three pig siblings build houses for themselves. One builds a house of straw, one of sticks, and one of bricks. Which house will withstand the power of the Big Bad Wolf? A beyond-the-story section, an activity, critical-thinking questions, and information about the author and illustrators are provided for further comprehension.
Three billy goats need to cross a bridge to reach greener pastures, but must first outsmart a hungry troll that blocks their path. A beyond-the-story section, an activity, critical-thinking questions, and information about the author and illustrator are provided for further comprehension.
After being abandoned, a poor brother and sister's loyalty toward one another allows them to stand together and overcome fear in the shape of an evil forest witch. A beyond-the-story section, an activity, critical-thinking questions, and information about the author and illustrators are provided for further comprehension.
A young sea princess is unhappy with who she is, longing to be human rather than mermaid. Her wish grants her fleeting happiness, but costs her much as well. A beyond-the-story section, an activity, critical-thinking questions, and information about the author and illustrator are provided for further comprehension.
A little girl disregards directions to stay on course while on the way to visit her grandmother. This allows a sly wolf to deceive and eat both girl and grandmother, but not without consequence. A beyond-the-story section, an activity, critical-thinking questions, and information about the author and illustrator are provided for further comprehension.
A greedy fisherman's wife forces her husband to request wishes of power and wealth from a magical fish. The tale turns into a circular journey cautioning to be careful what you wish for. A beyond-the-story section, an activity, critical-thinking questions, and information about the author and illustrator are provided for further comprehension.
A tender girl is held captive by a mighty beast, who is himself held hostage by a spell. Both discover that true beauty and true love are not based on appearances, but come from within. A beyond-the-story section, an activity, critical-thinking questions, and information about the author and illustrator are provided for further comprehension.
Cinderella's wicked stepsisters and their mother treat her cruelly, but Cinderella responds only with kindness, and so gets rewarded with happiness at tale's end. A beyond-the-story section, an activity, critical-thinking questions, and information about the author and illustrator are provided for further comprehension.
There once was a little red chair. Languishing in an antique shop window, the little chair longed to be part of a family. One day a little girl named Mia knew it was just the right chair for her. So Mia and her mother take the little chair home. With new red upholstery and its brightly polished wheels, the little red chair becomes the perfect companion for Mia. She snuggles in it on cold winter nights. She daydreams in it on bright sunny days. And it's the perfect throne for Mia on her birthday. But as Mia gets older, she spends less and less time with the little red chair. She's busy with school and friends and other things. One day, it's time for Mia to leave for a new life. Eventually, the little red chair is packed up and moved to a corner in the attic. Please don't leave me, the little chair says. But no one comes. Seasons come and go; years and years pass by. Will anyone rescue the little red chair?
Follow the brave siblings, Hansel and Gretel, as they venture into a mysterious forest to seek food for their family. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when they encounter a mesmerizing butterfly and encounter the danger of getting lost. With resourcefulness and determination, they stumble upon a gingerbread house, tempting their hunger but concealing a wicked secret. The siblings' courage is put to the test as they find themselves trapped by a wicked witch with sinister intentions.
Journey into a world of whimsy and wonder as vibrant illustrations bring this timeless tale to life. Follow the princess as she loses her cherished golden ball and encounters a small frog with a surprising proposition. Will she keep her promise to marry the frog?
Students will enjoy relating to the morals from ten of Aesop's most famous fables, including "The Ant and the Grasshopper," "The Miser and His Gold," and "Belling the Cat." Cover-to-Cover Timeless Classic.
Follow the journey of a cursed princess and a brave prince as they overcome obstacles and find true love.
Clem's friend Dewey tells tall tales, including that his sister Margot can spin straw into gold. The king overhears this and asks if she can spin some gold for him. The trio asks their kickball teammate Bigfoot for help because he has magical powers. Bigfoot agrees at first, but when the king asks for more gold, the trio must guess Bigfoot's real name for his help.
Snow White loves her seven dogs and baking apple pies. Her stepmom, the queen, is jealous of Snow White's pie, which wins the kingdom's pie contest every year. When the queen gives Snow White a rotten apple pie, the princess faints! Clem and Snow White's seven dogs must figure out how to wake up the princess before she misses the contest.
Clem loves swimming in Pleasant Pond, especially when her friend Tessa Troll buys a cottage beneath the pond's bridge. The bridge is old, so Tessa tries to warn anyone who comes near it. But her warning scares off two of the Billy Goat brothers when they think she's going to eat them.
Clem's friend Zara is a zoologist who gives bedtime stories and goodnight kisses to all of the animals at night. Zara often dreams of meeting her prince charming, but she puts her search aside when the zoo welcomes a new warty resident.
Clementine can't wait for her movie marathon with Rapunzel. But when she gets there, she learns her friend has been too busy watching a new reality TV show to care for her hair and is trapped in her tower! Clementine must figure out a way to untangle Rapunzel's hair before her parents get home.
Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Harmony, a music fairy who arrives late to a piano recital and can't get into the auditorium to cheer on all of the boys and girls who have been practicing hard all year. Can the Fairy Friends find a way to help Harmony celebrate all of the boys and girls who love making music?
Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Pearl, a tooth fairy trying to leave a special treat for a little boy who lost a tooth. Pearl is scared the big dog in front of the house will wake the little boy. Can the Fairy Friends help Pearl deliver the special treat?
Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Holly, a Christmas fairy on her way to deliver holiday gifts to a party of kids. But a snowstorm has made it dangerous for Holly to deliver the gifts alone. Can the Fairy Friends make their way through the snow to help Holly deliver some special holiday gifts?
Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Blossom, a summer fairy on her way to create a rainbow for a family on a campout in the woods. But Blossom is lost in a summer storm. Can the Fairy Friends help Blossom find the campsite so she can create a rainbow?
Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Buzz, an animal fairy with a broken wing. Buzz is mad! He wants to go to the zoo to visit his animal friends, but he can't do that with a broken wing. Can the Fairy Friends fix Buzz's wing so he can get back to doing what he loves best?
Tess, Kit, and Ben meet Kiki, a birthday fairy on his way to deliver a cart full of gifts and a cake for a girl celebrating her birthday. But Kiki's cart is stuck on a muddy road. Can the Fairy Friends help Kiki move his cart and get to the birthday party on time?
The fairies and elves have been fighting for years. They have nothing in common, except pointy ears! Now to settle the score for once and for all, they'll battle it out to see who takes the fall! After Reading Quiz and Picture Walk. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
