Book Series · 5 Books

Folk Tale Classics Books

In order from Henny Penny to Rumpelstiltskin.

Henny Penny
Jack and the Beanstalk
The Elves and the Shoemaker
The Teeny-Tiny Woman
Rumpelstiltskin
Henny Penny
Jack and the Beanstalk
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Henny Penny
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$958
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1950

Henny Penny

By Paul Galdone

A group of friends, fearing the sky is falling, face a cunning fox.

40 pages· 668 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Hardcover
Summary: Henny Penny believes the sky is falling and rallies her friends to warn the king. As they embark on their urgent quest, they encounter a sly fox with his own plans. Will their journey end in triumph or tragedy? This classic tale, filled with tongue-twisting rhymes and vibrant illustrations, offers a surprising twist that will captivate young readers and leave them pondering the true nature of fear and trust.
The complete set

Folk Tale Classics Series

5 books · Published 1950–1985

Series
Sale price
$958

Henny Penny

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1950

A group of friends, fearing the sky is falling, face a cunning fox.

Jack and the Beanstalk

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1975

A boy climbs a beanstalk to face a giant in a magical world.

Sale price
$958

The Elves and the Shoemaker

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1984

A shoemaker finds mysterious help crafting shoes overnight.

Sale price
$1248

The Teeny-Tiny Woman

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1984

A tiny bone protests when taken for supper, sparking a ghostly encounter.

Rumpelstiltskin

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1985

A miller's daughter must outsmart a mysterious man to escape a perilous deal.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Folk Tale Classics series?

There are 5 books in the Folk Tale Classics series. It began with Henny Penny in 1950, and the newest book, Rumpelstiltskin, was published in 1985.

What ages are the Folk Tale Classics books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Folk Tale Classics to life.

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Paul Galdone

Author & Illustrator

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