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Written by Allan Ahlberg · Illustrated by Bruce Ingman

Discover the untold stories behind classic fairy tales before they began.

3.6 Goodreads · 616 ratings

32 pages· 566 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 610L

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Bookroo's summary

Before Jack and Jill climbed the hill, what sparked their quarrel? Dive into a whimsical world where fairy tales unfold in reverse, revealing the surprising beginnings of beloved stories. Join a playful journey through familiar tales, uncovering the mysteries and mischief that set the stage for 'happily ever after.' What secrets lie in the past of these timeless characters? Explore the enchanting origins and unexpected twists that lead to the stories we know and love. This delightful adventure invites readers to see fairy tales in a whole new light, where every ending is just the beginning.

From the publisher

Read this book aloud so that youngsters can chime in. . . . Children will delight in this energetic, amusing, and very approachable tale. –School Library JournalDo you know what Jack and Jill were arguing about before they went up the hill? And what happened before that? Every story, every person, and every thing started somewhere. Author Allan Ahlberg and illustrator Bruce Ingman, the whimsical team behind The Runaway Dinner and The Pencil, reverse direction in this clever pastiche of fairy tales in which everyone lives happily ever . . . before.

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