It's Not About the Apple!

Part of the Easy-to-Read Wonder Tales series

Three friends retell classic tales with surprising twists.

3.8/5 Goodreads · 17 ratings

64 pages· 2,145 words· Est. 24 min read

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Bookroo's summary

Join three friends as they weave their own versions of beloved fairy tales. Each book in the series offers a fresh take on classics like Little Red Riding Hood and Cinderella, with each friend adding their unique twist. As they share, the stories unfold with unexpected turns, drawing from global folklore. These easy-to-read tales, filled with vibrant illustrations, invite young readers to explore the magic of storytelling and the joy of independent reading. What new adventures will these familiar characters embark on? Dive into a world where every tale holds a surprise.

From the publisher

Here are five first books for fledgling readers that offer the enjoyment of a good story along with the thrill of accomplishment that comes from independent reading. Written in short, easy phrases with carefully selected vocabulary and plentiful illustrations, each book helps youngsters achieve success as they have fun. The series follows three friends who love to share stories. In each book, one is reminded of a well-known story: Little Red Riding Hood in It’s Not About the Hunter!, Beauty and the Beast in It’s Not About the Rose!, Snow White in It’s Not About the Apple!, Cinderella in It’s Not About the Pumpkin!, and Hansel and Gretel in It’s Not About the Crumbs! As one friend starts, the others are reminded of versions they know so each volume has three stories within one framework. The stories come from around the world, and Veronika Martenova Charles provides a note at the end of each book to describe the origins. Easy-To-Read Wonder Tales is a great first step in developing a lifelong love of reading, and it makes a fine companion to Veronika Martenova Charles’s series, Easy-To-Read Spooky Tales.

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