Trust Me, Hansel and Gretel Are Sweet!
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

Trust Me, Hansel and Gretel Are Sweet!

By Nancy Loewen, Janna Rose Bock (Illustrator)

Part of the The Other Side of the Story series

Discover the untold truth behind fairy tale villains and their misunderstood actions.

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24 pages· 802 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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Uncover the hidden truths behind classic fairy tales as misunderstood fairies and witches reveal their side of the story. Was the princess really cursed? Did Hansel and Gretel's witch have a different tale to tell? Dive into a world where familiar stories are turned upside down, challenging everything you thought you knew. With vibrant illustrations and a fresh perspective, this book invites young readers to question and explore the complexities of good and evil. What if the villains weren't so villainous after all?

From the publisher

Think a witch ate Hansel and Gretel? Think again! In this fun, quirky picture book, discover another perspective of this popular fairy tale. Along with bright, bold illustrations, the bestselling OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY series gives young readers a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Read others in this series by acclaimed author Nancy Loewen, including SERIOUSLY, SNOW WHITE WAS SO FORGETFUL! and BELIEVE ME, GOLDILOCKS ROCKS!

At a glance
Format
Pages
24
Words
802
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD580L
Themes & topics
Books about witchesBooks about social scienceBooks about stepfamiliesBooks about friendship
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
179404
Publication
Published
January 1, 2016
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781479586233

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