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The Land of Stories #1-6 by Chris Colfer
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDive into the complete #1 New York Times bestselling series The Land of Stories with this beautiful gift set.Through the mysterious powers of a cherished book of stories, twins Alex and Conner leave their world behind and find themselves in a foreign land full of wonder and magic where they come face-to-face with the fairy tale characters they grew up reading about... -
The Accidental Minecraft Family: Book 36: Search & Rescue: Friendly Fire by Pixel Ate
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe ever-helpful Smith family completed the quests the elves and dwarves gave them, which, to be fair, weren’t very tough for our favorite Minecraft family. It helps when the mod is SO cool, the kids aren’t sure they ever want to leave.Unfortunately, helping isn’t always a good thing... -
Something from Nothing by Phoebe Gilman
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe blanket Joseph's grandfather made him is transformed into many things as the years go by: a jacket, a vest, a tie, a handkerchief--and finally a button. Gilman's modern adaptation and lively illustrations turn this favorite Jewish tale into a contemporary classic... -
Walt Disney's Pinocchio (A Little Golden Book Classic) by Steffi Fletcher
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsThe beloved tale of a wooden puppet who longs to become a real boy is as appealing now as when it was first released in 1940. The beautiful, vintage illustrations in this Little Golden Book retelling will charm children and collectors alike... -
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The Talking Eggs by Robert D. San Souci
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsA Southern folktale in which kind Blanche, following the instructions of an old witch, gains riches, while her greedy sister makes fun of the old woman and is duly rewarded... -
The Half Upon a Time Trilogy: Half Upon a Time; Twice Upon a Time; Once Upon the End by James Riley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt's a fantasy come true: all three books in the hilarious fractured fairy tale trilogy by James Riley, available together in a box set!This complete boxed set of the Half Upon a Time trilogy tells the story of Jack, as in, son of the infamous Jack who stole the magic beans from the giant... -
The Wizard of Oz 15 Book Collection by L. Frank Baum
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratings"Anyone in a fairy country like the Land of Oz can do anything" Believing that the modern fairy tale no longer required 'a fearsome moral' rendered by 'horrible and blood-curdling incidents', L. Frank Baum (1856-1919) decided to create a world in which 'the wonderment and joy are retained and the heartaches and nightmares are left out'...Categorized as:
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Adventures from the Land of Stories: The Mother Goose Diaries / Queen Red Riding Hood's Guide to Royalty by Chris Colfer
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsFeaturing Mother Goose and Queen Red Riding Hood, fan favorite characters in the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Land of Stories, this boxed set is a must-have for new and old fans alike. From New York Times bestselling author Chris Colfer comes two new books about two beloved characters, Mother Goose and Queen Red Riding Hood... -
Seeing Red by Sarah Mlynowski, Emily Eiden
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsOver the river and through the woods, to grandmother's house we go! Abby and Jonah are off to visit their Nana, who knows ALL about fairy tales. But things go wrong when the siblings wind up in the classic fairy tale of Little Red Riding Hood... -
Rumpelstiltskin by Paul O. Zelinsky
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsRichly hued oil paintings complement a story simply and gracefully told."Children...love the story for its mystery, and its familiarity. Adults will find that, like most classic fairy tales, this one rewards periodic rethinking." --New York Times Book Review"Zelinsky's smooth retelling and glowing pictures cast the story in a new and beautiful light... -
Descendants: Mal's Spell Book by Tina McLeef
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsFor fans of Descendants, this spell book, which formerly belonged to Maleficent before she passed it on to Mal, is full of comments, notes, and inside jokes between Mal and the other villains' kids. Laugh and cry along with Mal, Evie, Jay and Carlos as they find their way in the world of Auradon Prep... -
Rechenka's Eggs by Patricia Polacco
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOld Babushka, known throughout all of Moskva for her beautifully painted eggs, is preparing her eggs for the Easter Festival when she takes in an injured goose. She names the goose Rechenka, and they live happily together until one day when Rechenka accidentally overturns a basket, breaking all of Babushka's lovingly crafted eggs... -
The Princess and the Pig by Jonathan Emmett
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThere's been a terrible mix-up in the royal nursery. Priscilla the princess has accidentally switched places with Pigmella, the farmer's new piglet... -
Letters from Felix: A Little Rabbit on a World Tour with Envelope by Annette Langen
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn the bestselling book Letters from Felix, something terrible hasppens at the end of vacation: Sophie's cuddly rabbit, Felix, disappears in the airport! The is very, very bad, because Sophie and Felix are inseparable. But when schools starts again, suddenly a letter for Sophie arrives from London - a letter from Felix! Over 4... -
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Liza Lou and the Yeller Belly Swamp by Mercer Mayer
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith quick thinking and determination, a little girl manages to outwit all the dangerous residents in the Yeller Belly Swamp in this quirky, spooky picture book.Gruesome creatures galore lurk in Yeller Belly Swamp, but they aren’t going to stop plucky Liza Lou from getting her mother’s sweet potatoes over to Gramma’s place... -
Abby in Oz (Whatever After Special Edition #2) by Sarah Mlynowski
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAbby's not in Smithville anymore!When Abby -- plus her three best friends -- land in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, they are ready to follow the Yellow Brick Road to find their way back home. But they'll have to acquire some brains, heart, and courage along the way to avoid the Wicked Witch of the West . . -
The Sun Egg by Elsa Beskow
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsElsa Beskow's picture books for children have been known and loved for almost a century. In this endearing story a large orange "egg" has fallen into the woods. "It's a sun egg," declares the lucky little elf who comes upon it. Soon, she and her friends find out what it really is, but not before the little elf begins one of the best adventures she has ever had... -
Petite Rouge by Mike Artell
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen her grand-mère comes down wit' de flu, this Cajun Little Red knows what she has to do. With her witty cat, TeJean, she sets off in a pirogue to bring Grand-mère some gumbo. Who should she meet upon the way, but that big ol' swamp gator, Claude! Mean ol' Claude may want to gobble up Petite Rouge, but she and TeJean have a better idea... -
Spill The Beans by Sarah Mlynowski
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe moment Jonah has long anticipated arrives: Abby and Jonah fall into the story of Jack and the Beanstalk! Magical beanstalks and golden eggs may sound appealing, but can the siblings escape from the terrible giant? Plenty of magical hijinks await in this 13th installment of the New York Times bestselling series that redefines "happily ever after... -
Federico and the Wolf by Rebecca J. Gomez
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsClever Federico outsmarts el lobo in this Mexican-American take on Little Red Riding Hood.With his red hoodie on and his bicycle basket full of food, Federico is ready to visit Abuelo. But on the way, he meets a hungry wolf. And now his grandfather bears a striking resemblance to el lobo... -
Sylvester and the Magic Pebble by William Steig
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsSTORIES TO GO!Sylvester the donkey finds a magic pebble and unthinkingly wishes himself turned into a rock when he's frightened by a lion. How Sylvester is eventually reunited with his loving parents is a tender, magical tale of the transforming power of love. This Caldecott Medal-winning book is a modern classic beloved by children everywhere... -
Baba Yaga and Vasilisa the Brave by Marianna Mayer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSweet, lovely Vasilisa lives with her jealous stepmother and stepsisters on the edge of a dark forest inhabited by the evil witch Baba Yaga. One night the stepmother sends Vasilisa to visit Baba Yaga, an errand from which the gentle girl has little chance of returning alive. "An engaging text and accomplished paintings set this version apart....A stylized and classy offering... -
Abiyoyo by Pete Seeger
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsPete Seeger's storysong Abiyoyo has delighted generations of parents and children. The tale of how a father with his magic wand and a boy with his music triumph over the giant Abiyoyo is based on a South African lullaby and folk story... -
Attack of the Trolls by Tommy Donbavand
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhy is our trio beset with trolls? The shrieks keep coming as the spine-tingling series surges ahead! Luke, Resus, and Cleo are eager to begin their new quest. First stop, Count Negatov's castle! As the three make their way through the bleak, murky wilds of Transylvania, it looks like this adventure will be dull, but easy. Until they are kidnapped by trolls... -
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Piper's Perfect Dream by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMysterious things continue to happen on Starland every day as the girls wait to see who will go on the next Wish Mission. Piper has a dream that she will be the one and indeed she is. Piper has a lot to learn when she finds herself working at a diner. Confident that she's identified her Wisher's wish, Piper enjoys her time on Wishworld... -
The Truth About Dragons by Julie Leung, Hanna Cha
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn unforgettable lyrical picture book that celebrates biracial identity from the award-winning author of Paper The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist.Lean in close,my darling bao bei,and I will whispera most precious secretabout a powerful magicthat lives inside you... -
Sage and the Journey to Wishworld by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHigh in the sky above Earth is a most beautiful star, inhabited by a race of people who keep the heavens safe - the Starlings. Their job, which they have done for as long as anyone can remember, is to help grant the wishes of humans. Wishes made on birthday candles, shooting stars, dandelions, wishbones, and coins tossed into fountains, just to name a few...Categorized as:
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The Midnight Fair by Gideon Sterer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAs darkness falls on the fairgrounds, the animals venture out of the woods for one magical, memorable night! An exhilarating wordless picture book.Far from the city, but not quite the countryside, lies a fairground. When night comes and the fair is empty, something unexpected happens... -
Flossie and the Fox by Patricia C. McKissack
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA wily fox, notorious for stealing eggs, meets his match when he encounters a bold little girl in the woods who insists upon proof that he is a fox before she will be frightened... -
Peter in Blueberry Land by Elsa Beskow
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsPeter is looking for blueberries for his mother's birthday but he can't find a single one. Suddenly he feels a light tap on his shoe, and a strange and magical adventure begins.This is one of Elsa Beskow's best-known and best-loved books... -
The Sorcerer's Apprentice by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsApprenticed to a sorcerer, Mickey Mouse tries to save himself work by making some magic... -
Pages & Co.: The Last Bookwanderer by Anna James
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe final magical bookwandering adventure in the USA Today bestselling Pages & Co. series featuring Milo and Tilly as they travel into Arthurian legend to find the first bookwanderer! Perfect for fans of Chris Colfer's A Tale of Magic, Mr. Lemoncello's Library, and Lockwood & Co... -
Pinocchio by Tania Zamorsky, Arthur Pober
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMischievous, lazy, and full of tricks, the puppet Pinocchio causes trouble for his creator, Geppetto, almost as soon as he comes to life. Yet, more than anything, this naughty and playful creature wants to become a real boy. To make his dreams come true, he must prove himself worthy... -
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Miss Smith's Incredible Storybook by Michael Garland
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Zack meets his second-grade teacher, Miss Smith, he can tell right away that her class will be different. However, he has no idea just how different it will be.Zack can't wait for Mrs. Smith to read out loud again from her incredible book. The first story fills the classroom with dueling pirates and the sound of their clashing swords... -
Strega Nona: Her Story by Tomie dePaola
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFrom the moment Grandma Concetta sweeps through the door and pronounces her granddaughter a "strega", little Nona's fate is sealed... -
The Gingerbread Man by Jim Aylesworth, Barbara McClintock
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA new rendition of a beloved classic by award-winning author/illustrator team Jim Aylesworth and Barbara McClintock... -
There's An Alligator Under My Bed by Mercer Mayer
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe There's a Nightmare In My Closet, bringing back that story's imaginative young hero for an even funnier nighttime adventure. Full-color illustrations... -
Katy No-Pocket by Emmy Payne, H.A. Rey
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsKaty's distress at being a kangaroo with no pouch is quickly remedied by a kindly construction worker... -
Super Slug of Doom: A Super Happy Magic Forest Story by Matty Long
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Super Happy Magic Forest is once again thrown into disruption and chaos when Blossom the unicorn accidentally releases the super slug of doom from his hibernation beneath an ordinary rock. Can our five reluctant heroes -- Hoofius, Blossom, Twinkle, Trevor, and Herbert -- once again save their beloved forest from slimy, sludgy, yucky evil? We sure hope so. . -
Hawkite Arrow of the Air by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe diabolical Hawkite has destroyed the crops of Gwildor and the people are starving... -
Imani's Moon by JaNay Brown-Wood, Hazel Mitchell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsImani is a young Maasai girl with a loving mother and a desire to do something great. When she decides she wants to touch the moon, she works hard to reach her goal, even in the face of teasing from the naysayers around her... -
Multiplying Menace: The Revenge of Rumpelstiltskin by Pam Calvert
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRumpelstiltskin is back! This time he's making mischief with his multiplying stick. Can Peter unlock the secret of the stick in time to save the kingdom? Whimsical illustrations bring fun to multiplying whole numbers and fractions... -
The Jack Tales by Richard Chase, Herbert Halpert
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA collection of folk tales from the southern Appalachians that center on a single character, the irrepressible Jack... -
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Princess Adventure Stories by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLittle girls love empowered princess role models, and this new addition to the bestselling storybook collection series is filled with seventeen tales of adventure and bravery starring the Disney Princesses... -
Rapunzel by Chloe Perkins
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe classic story of Rapunzel gets a fresh twist in this vibrant Indian spin on the beloved fairy tale!Once upon a time, there was a girl with long, long hair, who lived in a tall, tall tower... The classic tale of Rapunzel gets a fresh twist in this third book of a brand-new board book series, Once Upon a World... -
The Changelings by Christina Soontornvat
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIzzy’s family has just moved to the most boring town in the country. But as time goes on, strange things start to happen; odd piles of stones appear around Izzy’s house, and her little sister Hen comes home full of stories about the witch next door. Then, Hen disappears into the woods. She’s been whisked away to the land of Faerie, and it’s up to Izzy to save her... -
Convol the Cold-blooded Brute by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTom and his companions have arrived in a strange new land -- Tavania. Wizard Malvel's evil magic has enraged six terrifying new Beasts. To restore harmony, Tom must first face Convol the Cold-blooded Brute in a deadly desert duel.. -
Disney: Beauty and the Beast Book of the Film by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings... -
Leona's Unlucky Mission by Shana Muldoon Zappa, Ahmet Zappa
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLeona thinks she is the center of the universe, and can be quite bossy. She must recognize that the world does not revolve around her while not losing her powerful self-confidence.Leona expects all conversations with the other girls to be about Leona which often leads to arguments between her and her friends...Categorized as:
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