Uncover tales of gods and monsters, travel to kingdoms in the sky and below the sea, and meet a cast of magical animals in this lyrical retelling of some of the oldest and most famous stories from around the world. A First Book of Myths is a collection of fourteen well-known myths accompanied by delightful illustrations. From the story of Icarus—the boy who flew too close to the sun—to the tale of why dogs dislike cats, this enthralling collection is the perfect introduction to stories that continue to stand the test of time. Written by award-winning, best-selling children's writer Mary Hoffman, these poetic retellings are given a new life, and are perfect for reading alone or aloud. They're presented alongside beautiful and world-building illustrations, giving full immersion into the world of myths and legends.

You're never too young to enjoy fairytales! This beautiful book and CD has been specially designed to appeal to small children. The easy-to-read are perfect for young children. The CD contains the stories in this book Sure to become a special family favourite!

This lovely two-volume set is a collection of 14 well-known myths and legends and 14 classic fairy tales from around the world. A First Book of Myths includes classics such as the Fall of Icarus, Andromeda, How Butterflies Began, and the Crocodile and the Baby. Perfect for reading aloud, Mary Hoffman's lively narratives and the delightful illustrations capture the amazing worlds full of gods and monsters. In A First Book of Fairy Tales, Mary retells 14 classic children's fairy tales, including favorites such as Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, and the Little Mermaid. The charming illustrations throughout bring the best-loved fairy tale characters and events to life.

Once upon a time . . . From The Princess and the Pea and Rumpelstiltskin to The Three Bears and The Elves and the Shoemaker, children will love reading the four stories in this abridged version of Tomie dePaola's Favorite Nursery Tales. And at 24 pages, there's a lot to love! The accessible trim, glittered cover, and beautiful illustrations make this book the perfect addition to any child's library.

Contains Jack and the Beanstalk and more.