Author & Illustrator Profile
Wanda Gág
7 Books
Wanda Gág was an American artist, writer, and illustrator who helped shape early American children's literature. She is remembered for her picture book Millions of Cats, which remains one of the oldest American picture books still in print. Her other works include The ABC Bunny, Snippy and Snappy, and Gone Is Gone. She also translated and illustrated classic fairy tales, bringing stories like Jorinda and Joringel to English-speaking readers.
High in the mountains lives Bobo, a kind old man who loves to take care of the forest animals. One day, he meets a very strange creature who calls himself the Funny Thing. To Bobo's horror, this dragon-like animal proudly declares that his favorite food is children's dolls! Knowing he has to protect the toys of the world, Bobo quickly invents a delicious new treat called jum-jills. Made from nut cakes, seed puddings, and little cheeses, these magical snacks might be just the thing to change the creature's mind. Can Bobo convince the Funny Thing to give up his terrible diet and eat jum-jills instead? This classic story is filled with clever problem-solving and delightful nonsense.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
When an unexpected crash with a bright red apple wakes him up, a little bunny decides to leave his home and hop out into the world. His exciting journey takes him through every single letter of the alphabet! From eating fresh greens to meeting new friends like insects, a jay, and a kitten, the bunny's adventure is full of surprises. He even finds time for a quick nap before tripping all the way back to town. With a catchy rhythm and charming animal encounters, this alphabet adventure makes learning letters incredibly fun. It is a perfect way to explore the world right alongside a brave and busy little rabbit.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Nothing at All is the unusual name of an orphaned puppy living with his two brothers. When two children come to adopt pets, Nothing at All is sadly left behind, not because he isn't lovable, but because he is completely invisible! Feeling incredibly lonely, the puppy meets a clever bird named Jackdaw who claims to know a secret way to make him visible. Although he is not sure it will work, the puppy bravely follows the bird's instructions. With a little bit of time, some hard work, and a lot of dizzying spinning, he sets out to join his brothers in their new home. This is a sweet and gentle story about finding your place in the world.
6-8 Years
50 Pages
Fritz is a farmer who works hard in the fields all day, but he is convinced that his wife Liesi has the much easier job of taking care of the house. To prove his point, he suggests they trade places for a single day. Liesi happily heads out to the fields, leaving Fritz in charge of cooking, churning butter, and keeping the home in order. It doesn't take long for everything to go hilariously wrong! From spilling the cider to getting tangled up with the family cow, Fritz quickly discovers that housework is far from simple. This funny folktale proves that the grass is not always greener on the other side. It is an entertaining reminder to appreciate the hard work of others.
6-8 Years
Snippy and Snappy are two curious little field mice who live safely in a cozy hay field. Every night, their father tells them amazing stories about big houses, giant cupboards, and huge yellow cheeses that smell delicious. One day, the brother and sister wander too far from home while chasing their mother's rolling ball of yarn. They soon find themselves inside a massive house filled with strange, mysterious things and the wonderful scent of cheese! Just as they are about to take a bite from a dangerous mousetrap, they need a sudden rescue to get back to their safe hay field. This adventurous story shows what happens when curiosity leads you just a little too far from home.
6-8 Years
50 Pages
An old man and an old woman are lonely, so the man sets off to find the perfect feline companion. Instead of finding just one, he discovers a hillside completely covered with cats! Unable to decide which one is the prettiest, he brings them all home. Suddenly, the couple is faced with hundreds, thousands, millions, billions, and trillions of cats! As the cats begin to squabble over who is the most beautiful, the couple realizes they might have made a huge mistake. In the end, it is the quietest, most humble little kitten who wins their hearts. This timeless tale explores themes of modesty and making choices, brought to life through a catchy, rhythmic story that you will love reading out loud.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Deep in the darkest part of the woods stands an old, gloomy castle home to an evil fairy. She uses dark magic to turn any young maiden who comes too close into a bird, locking them away in thousands of woven baskets. One evening, two young companions named Jorinda and Joringel accidentally wander too close to the cursed castle walls. In a flash of magic, the beautiful Jorinda is transformed into a nightingale and snatched away. Left completely alone and heartbroken, Joringel refuses to give up on his closest friend. He sets out on a long, grueling journey to find a legendary blood-red flower with a pearl in its center, the only magical object strong enough to break the fairy's dark spell. You will be swept away by this hauntingly beautiful adventure about loyalty, bravery, and the power of true devotion. Join Joringel as he faces frightening magic and risks everything to rescue Jorinda and all the other captive birds from a lifetime in cages.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
24 Pages
