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Classic Stories by John Yeoman & Quentin Blake 10 Books Collection Set - Ages 5+ - Paperback

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SKU B2D4357 ISBN: 9781839133114
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Classic Stories is a collection of ten books written by John Yeoman and illustrated by Quentin Blake. The books contain retellings of classic stories worldwide, including Aesop's Fables, the Arabian Nights, and the Brothers Grimm. The books are aimed at children aged 5 to 7 and have been praised for their beautiful illustrations and engaging storytelling.

Each book in the Classic Stories series contains several different stories, all of which have been carefully selected and retold by Yeoman. The stories are written in a simple and accessible style, making them perfect for younger readers. The illustrations by Blake are also a highlight of the books, with his distinctive style bringing the stories to life in a beautiful and engaging way.

Title in This Set:

  1. The Wild Washerwomen
  2. The Bear's Winter House
  3. The Bear's Water Picnic
  4. Mouse Trouble
  5. The Heron and the Crane
  6. Beatrice and Vanessa
  7. Sixes and Sevens
  8. Rumbelows Dance
  9. Mr Nodd's Ark
  10. The Young Performing Horse

One of the strengths of the Classic Stories series is its ability to introduce children to classic tales from around the world. Many of the stories in the books will be familiar to adults but maybe new to younger readers. By introducing children to these stories, Yeoman and Blake are helping preserve a rich cultural heritage while entertaining and educating young readers.

Another strength of the Classic Stories series is how the stories are presented. Each book contains several stories, making it easy for children to dip in and out of the collection. The stories are also relatively short, making them perfect for bedtime reading or for reading aloud in the classroom. The stories are also accompanied by illustrations, making them even more engaging for young readers.

The Classic Stories series is an excellent choice for parents, teachers, or anyone looking for an engaging and educational book series for children. The books are beautifully illustrated, with engaging storytelling that is sure to capture the imagination of young readers. Whether you're looking to introduce your child to classic tales from around the world or simply looking for an enjoyable read, the Classic Stories series is worth checking out.

From the publisher:

The Wild Washerwomen

'Look out, the wild washerwomen are coming!'

Once upon a time there were seven unhappy washerwomen. They had far too much washing to do and the owner of the laundry, Mr Balthazar Tight, was simply dreadful! So they decide to go on strike. They are so happy with their newfound freedom that it seems nobody can control them. Until along come seven woodcutters, eager to teach them a lesson. But perhaps the washerwomen will teach the woodcutters a thing or two instead, and everyone might just live happily ever after.

The Bear's Winter House

The bear is behaving very strangely indeed: collecting moss, logs and branches to build a winter house. The other animals think this is silly and laugh at him, but when winter comes, bear is cosy in his winter house while the other animals suffer in the cold. Being a very kind bear, he invites the others in. Unfortunately for the bear, they are too excited to sleep, and it seems he will get no rest at all this winter! But when spring arrives, he finds a solution.

The Bear's Water Picnic

The bear has organized a picnic on the river for his friends. It's the perfect day, and everything is going swimmingly until they are disturbed by a loud croaking noise from among the lily pads. It's the frogs! They want to join in, but the friends don't fancy putting up with the noise, so they move on to a quieter part of the lake. Unfortunately, they soon find themselves stuck on a sandbank, and only the frogs can help them!

Mouse Trouble

The grumpy miller is having mouse trouble, so he buys himself a large tabby cat. Fortunately for the mice, the cat is too unfit to catch even a single mouse. But when the miller loses his temper and threatens to drown the poor tabby, the mice decide they must intervene, as they have grown surprisingly fond of him.

The Heron and the Crane

Crane lives at one end of a swamp and Heron at the other end. One day, Crane realizes he is lonely and thinks it's time he asks Heron to marry him. But life is never straightforward, and proposing turns out to be more difficult than Crane could ever imagine.

Beatrice and Vanessa

Beatrice, the ewe, and Vanessa, the nanny goat, have spent their whole lives chomping and chattering in the same field. One dull day they decide to go on holiday, only taking with them some balloons and something more surprising, both of which turn out to be very handy.

Sixes and Sevens

When Barnaby sets off on his raft, his mother tells him to stop at each village on the way to Limber Lea. Along the way he ends up collecting a wild and surprising bunch of passengers. Will he be able to transport them all to Limber Lea without any mishaps?

Rumbelows Dance

Rumbelow is off to visit his grandparents. As he sets off he feels so happy he starts to dance. And soon all the different characters he meets join in with his infectious dancing to his grandparents.

Mr Nodd's Ark

Mr Nodd is a keen carpenter – he's made a wooden umbrella for his wife, wooden bicycles for his sons Ham and Shem, and a wooden romper suit for baby Japhet. But when he builds a huge boat in his garden, Mr Nodd has finally gone too far. What use is a giant boat, marooned in the garden? Then the weather forecast gives him his answer: serious floods are coming. Come with the whole Nodd family on an adventure to discover the perfect use for Mr Nodd's Ark.

The Young Performing Horse

Twins Vicky and Bertie buy a horse at an auction, but this is no ordinary horse, this is a Young Performing Horse. He learns his sums at school with them and even performs alongside them in London when they set off to make their fortune on the stage. Is there no end to the Young Performing Horse's talents?

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