Once There Was a Story
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Once There Was a Story

Written by Jane Yolen · Illustrated by Jane Dyer

Discover enchanting tales from around the world, perfect for bedtime magic.

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160 pages
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Dive into a world of wonder with thirty captivating tales from diverse cultures, including Russia, Africa, and Korea. Each story, whether magical, homey, or animal-themed, promises to enchant young listeners and readers alike. As you share these tales, watch as children's imaginations soar, captivated by the remarkable characters and timeless adventures. Perfect for bedtime or cozy storytelling moments, this collection invites you to explore the magic of storytelling and the joy of shared wonder. Will these tales become your new favorites?

From the publisher

From beloved author Jane Yolen and acclaimed illustrator Jane Dyer a collection of thirty stories from around the world, perfect for sharing and for bedtime. This collection of well-known and not-so-well known stories, fairy tales, folk tales, and fables from Russia to Africa to Korea and beyond includes magic tales, homey tales, and animal tales. As Jane Yolen says in her introduction, “These are stories that are short, full of remarkable characters, infinitely retellable, and fit for children between three and five years of age. I hope–as you read them with a child on your lap, or snuggled next to you in bed, or sitting with young friends at your feet, their eager faces falling under the story’s spell–I hope that you love the stories as well as they do.”

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
160
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
770L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.9
F&P level
~R
Publication
Published
November 21, 2017
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781416971726

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