Synopses & Reviews
The Kingfisher Treasury of Classic Stories brings together all of your favorite characters in one glorious volume. The carefully chosen extracts from over 30 stories offer the perfect introduction to characters that have delighted and inspired generations of readers.
Among the stories and the characters featured are Heidi, The Little Women, Oliver Twist, Pippi Longstocking, and The Iron Man. Each extract is accessible to the young child being read aloud to, and richly satisfying to the more confident reader. The perfect gift for any child.
Special Features
•Full color on every page and a ribbon page marker
•Includes an introduction to each of the stories, and brief notes on the authors
Review
Children's Literature
This enchanting, beautifully illustrated treasury contains excerpts from thirty-four famous classic tales, ...As a read-aloud for younger children or a reading experience for older readers, this collection offers a wonderful introduction to memorable characters from children's literature...Not only will this amazing book make an excellent gift for families, but it will also make a great addition to any school or local library.
About the Author
Michael Morpurgo is the author of more than fifty books for children and has had several of his novels adapted for film and television.