Fables and Fairy Tales Books

Tim Meyers retells THE FURRY-LEGGED TEAPOT, telling of a Japanese raccoon-dog who learns how to magically change himself to anything - even a teapot. But what happens when he can't change back? His search for his true form will lead him away from home and on an unforgettable journey in this funny, different story which features Robert McGuire's whimsical illustrations.

This book shows the other side of the story. It's absolutely hilarious, enough to cheer anyone up! Read on to find out what really happened that fatefull morning!

The story is set in southern England and northern France and takes place between March 25, 1750 and May 3, 1755. It begins at Stornoway Crag on the Island of Usk, moves to Tunbridge Wells, continues at Havergate House, then crosses the channel at Dover and goes to Bellegarde in Poictesme, then to Paris, to Manneville, to Breschau and ends at Ingilby in Westmoreland. In the historical background, King George II was on the English throne, the Jacobite faction in England still had hope for a Stuart Restoration, the Marquise de Pompadour was calling the shots in France and the King of Prussia and Maria Theresa were rising continental powers. The story begins with wealthy Lady Anastasia Allonby a guest of Lord Rokesle at his island home. Lord Rokesle tries to force her to marry him with disasterous results to himself, and his vicar, Simon Orts. On her return to her home at Tunbridge Wells, Lady and Dorothy Allonby, her step-daughter, are beset with suitors and at one point become involved in a farcical elopement scenario. Captain Audaine, one of Miss Allonby's suitors becomes involved in a plot to restore the Stuarts to the English throne, is discovered and jailed , but is saved by Miss Allonby who meets and outwits the Duke of Ormskirk, one of His Majesty's advisors. The Duke of Ormskirk began life as the penurious John Bulmer, but through luck and ability rose to great power and authority in English politics. One of his duties was to spy upon and thwart the efforts of Gaston, Duc de Puysange to injure England. However, those two long time adversaries developed a grudging admiration for one another,and Jack eventually married Gaston's sister Claire and retired to his English estate. The story abounds with intrigues, vicious acts and self-serving betrayals, while the theme of nostalgia for youthful love provides new exemplars. Jack Bulmer summed up his generation as being, "In neither good nor ill pre-eminent; Grant none of us a Nero,--none a martyr,--All merely so-so.

My daughter is 9 years old and has went nuts over these rainbow magic books. She started reading them about 2years ago and she never seems to be able to put the book down and is waiting impatiently for the next series to come out for purchase....I totally recommend this series for any girl ages 5 through 10......

Good investment!!!!
Chris Ryan

This book is a lovely retelling of the Arapahoe legend of "The Lame Warrior and the Skeleton". In its ten pages, the writer touches on the characteristics of leadership. The illustrations are beautiful and meaningful. This would be a great book to read with a child to discuss such themes as leadership, death, interrelatedness, and thanksgiving. It is truly a beautiful book and story.

While helping his father load the family boat, Little Lee accidently bumps into a stranger. As the story goes on, the stranger turns out to be a "ghost fox," a nefarious spiritual threat to Little Lee's mother. Little Lee must figure out where the threat is coming from and then what to do in spite of many obstacles. Ultimately, Little Lee saves the day. This is a great story introducing kids to a bit of Chinese lore and culture. The story is exciting and fast-paced; a story that children will enjoy.

Odds Bodkin has an array of vocal talents, from whimsical sounds to delightful character voices. Children and adults will enjoy any of his performances.

Linda Schlafer's entertaining text and Anne Wilson's marvelous artistry present young readers ages 4 to 8 with a South American Christmas folktale in A Gift For The Christ Child. Children receive a heartwarming message about the importance of giving as two young boys journey from their modest home in the mountains to the big church in town to make a family Christmas offering. Along the way the boys must be brave, resourceful, and unselfish as they encounter an older woman in need. A Gift For The Christ Child is ideal for Christmas season celebration and rewarding, entertaining reading all year 'round.

Unlike most of Mollie Hunter's books, this is not a novel, but a gorgeously illustrated short story. If you like fairy tales, you won't be disappointed.

This adorable book is wonderfully written and the pictures are very cute. I would recommend this book to children over 18mo. This is the one where the Gingerbread man is made in the oven by a little old lady who wanted a child and it ran away and in the end it gets eaten up by a fox who was having the gingerbread trust him to get across the river. I highly recommend this book. My husband was more excited about this bk when it came in the mail,than our daughter because you really don't see this version around anymore.