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A donkey, a dog, a cat, and a rooster are all too old for the lives they used to have. So they set off together, hoping to become musicians in Bremen.
Their road is not grand or fancy, but it is full of noise, courage, and surprising teamwork. When the four animals come across danger, they discover that a mixed-up band of friends can be stronger than anyone expects.
The Bremen Town Musicians is a lively animal folktale with a funny, hopeful spirit. Young readers will enjoy the unusual group of heroes, the clever plan they make together, and the comforting idea that a new beginning can start with one brave step and a few loyal friends.
6-8 Years
60 Pages
A red cloak, a basket, and a walk through the woods begin one of the best-known fairy tales.
Little Red Riding Hood is on her way to visit her grandmother when she meets a wolf who is far too interested in where she is going. The forest path soon becomes a place of danger, questions, and quick thinking.
This retelling is written for children ages 6 to 8 who are ready for classic stories with a little suspense. It keeps the familiar warning at the heart of the tale without making the story too heavy: pay attention, be careful whom you trust, and remember that even a simple errand can become an adventure in a fairy-tale forest.
6-8 Years
83 Pages
A poor fisherman catches a magical fish and makes a kind choice: he lets it go. But one wish soon leads to another, and the sea begins to change with every demand.
The Fisherman and His Wife is a traditional folktale retold for young readers, blending magic with a clear lesson about greed, gratitude, and wanting more than you need. As the fisherman's wife asks for greater and greater things, children can follow how each choice affects the world around them.
For ages 6 to 12, this story works as both a classic fairy tale and a thoughtful read-aloud about wishes, fairness, and knowing what truly matters.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
66 Pages
A child born under a lucky sign should have a bright future, but a jealous king has other plans. Sent away and tested again and again, the brave boy must use kindness, courage, and quick thinking to find his way through a strange world of impossible tasks.
The Devil with the Three Golden Hairs is a classic fairy tale retold for young readers. The journey includes magic, danger, riddles, and a visit to a fearsome place where three golden hairs may hold the answer to everything.
For ages 6 to 8, this retelling offers the feel of an old folktale in a gentler form, with enough suspense to keep readers turning pages without losing its bedtime-story warmth.
6-8 Years
98 Pages
When a poor fisherman needs to choose a godfather for his newborn son, he turns away from everyone else and makes a shocking choice. He selects Death. The fisherman is absolutely certain he has made a brilliant decision, believing that no one in the world is more honest or fair than Death himself. At the child's christening, Death presents the fisherman with a highly unusual gift. At first, this mysterious present seems like the perfect key to unlocking the family's fortune and securing their future. But as the fisherman's wealth grows, so does his terrible greed. He soon attempts to use the gift to trick his son's powerful godfather. He is about to learn a terrifying lesson about fate, honesty, and the chilling truth that nobody can truly cheat Death.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
48 Pages
Old Washburn is the kind of mountain man who can find a silver lining in any storm cloud. Sitting peacefully on the porch of his farm on Grandfather Mountain, he calmly whittles wood while disaster after disaster strikes his home. Whether it is a runaway pig or a collapsed roof, Washburn simply insists that he can whittle his way out of any trouble. This original tall tale introduces you to a wildly optimistic hero whose unshakable calm will make you laugh out loud. Through vibrant storytelling, you will discover the power of staying positive even when everything seems to go wonderfully wrong. Filled with rustic charm and humorous mishaps, this story proves that the best tool for fixing a problem might just be a cheerful attitude and a piece of wood.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
30+ Tales and Nursery Rhymes—Peter Rabbit, Aesop's Fables, Puss in Boots, The Three Little Pigs, and More!
Every few pages, a new animal tale pads, trots, or tumbles into view. This illustrated treasury gathers more than thirty short classics, nursery rhymes, fables, and fairy-tale favorites, all abridged so each can be shared in about five minutes.
You can meet clever hares and patient tortoises, hungry wolves and brave little pigs, curious rabbits, boot-wearing cats, and familiar Mother Goose rhymes. Because the selections are brief, it works well for bedtime, quiet reading, or a quick story between busy parts of the day.
For young readers who enjoy classic animal stories but are not ready for long originals, this collection offers a friendly doorway into Peter Rabbit, Aesop's fables, Puss in Boots, The Three Little Pigs, and other time-tested tales.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
98 Pages
A single silk thread slips from a tiny cocoon into a princess’s hands, and suddenly the palace garden is no longer enough.
Princess Hsi-Ling Chi has heard stories of dragons, ancient gods, and the sacred mountains beyond the gates. When she follows the mysterious thread away from home, her bravery is tested by the wide world outside the palace. Then the thread breaks, leaving her lost and far from the garden where the secret of silk began.
This richly illustrated tale blends legend, adventure, and ancient Chinese tradition into a graceful story about curiosity and courage. Young readers who enjoy princess stories, folktales, and journeys into magical landscapes will find a beautiful doorway into the mythic origin of silk.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
47 Pages
In the town of Dingle, leprechauns may be lucky on St. Patrick's Day, but the rest of the year they are noisy, troublesome neighbors. When Finn O'Finnegan comes home from Dublin, he finds his village turned upside down by too many clever little tricksters.
Finn needs a plan that will send the leprechauns away without making them angry. Outsmarting magical creatures is not easy, especially when they are already experts at mischief.
Too Many Leprechauns is a lively, humorous folktale-style picture book with Irish flavor, magic, and a clever problem to solve. It is a fun pick for readers who enjoy holiday stories, trickster tales, and legends with a playful twist.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Kate O'Sullivan is bold, quick-tongued, and not the sort of girl to wait quietly while Crookhaven falls into trouble. When the witch of the village loses her horse and disaster begins to spread, Kate's attempt to set things right pulls her whole family into royal trouble.
O'Sullivan Stew is a rollicking Irish-flavored tale full of mischief, magic, and storytelling nerve. Kate has to rely on courage, imagination, and a generous helping of blarney as she talks her way through danger. Readers who like funny folklore, clever heroines, horses, witches, and larger-than-life adventures will find this picture book bright, fast-moving, and full of personality.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
49 Pages
Having been raised by wild Sasquatches, the legendary Pecos Bill has the unique ability to tame absolutely any mythical cryptid. Whether it is a vicious Chupacabra, a massive Loch Ness monster, or a leaping jackalope, Bill can wrangle them all. Wanting to share his incredible critter skills, he joins the Crypto Kids Gang, but he soon faces a bucketload of unexpected troubles.
Their monster ranch is getting way too crowded, a massive tornado is heading straight for their property, and a girl named Sue is determined to ride Bill's dangerous bunyip. You will join the gang to see if these challenges are simply too monstrous for even the great Pecos Bill to rein in. The classic legend of America's greatest cowboy gets twisted into a wild, creature-filled graphic novel adventure.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
44 Pages
Chicken Little and her friends are bravely living on the final frontier as residents of a high-tech moon base. One normal day, Chicken Little notices a small but terrifying dip in the base's oxygen levels. She immediately fears they are in big trouble. However, back when they lived on Earth, she had falsely claimed the sky was falling just because an acorn hit her head.
Because of that embarrassing mistake, absolutely none of her friends believe her warnings now. You will be on the edge of your seat as she tries to gather evidence and convince her crewmates before it is too late. Can she save the space station, or will this turn into a real disaster? The classic European folktale is boldly retold with a thrilling science fiction twist in this fast-paced graphic novel.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
41 Pages
