Based on a popular Panchatantra story from India. Fishers have come along to the pond where three big fish live. When faced with danger, the fish make a plan to escape. Will all three of the fish get away in time? The Three Fish is from Early Reader Level 1. It is perfect for children
Genre: Traditional tale
Akbar and Birbal: The Khichri
Based on the popular Akbar and Birbal tales from India. One day, Emperor Akbar and his chief minister Birbal make a bet that a man cannot stay in freezing water all night long. When Akbar thinks the man has cheated, how can Birbal show Akbar that he might be wrong? Akbar and Birbal: The Khichri
Anansi Helps a Friend
Based on Anansi the spider folktales from West Africa and the Caribbean. Anansi’s children want to play with their friends, but the parents do not want them to! This uplifting story teaches the importance of being kind to others. Anansi Helps a Friend is from Early Reader Level 1. It is perfect for children aged
The Firebird
Based on the classic tale from Russia. Prince Ivan accepts the challenge to find the magical firebird for his father, but there are other tasks he must complete first. With the help of a talking wolf, a gold-maned horse, and the lovely Princess Elena, can Prince Ivan bring the firebird back? The Firebird is from
Puss in Boots
Based on the classic fairy tale. When a miller’s son is left a cat by his father, he is shocked to find that Puss in Boots can talk – and not only that, Puss has a plan for helping the miller’s son find happiness. Puss in Boots is from Confident Reader Level 3. It is
Sly Fox and Red Hen
Based on the popular classic tale about a hungry fox and a quick-witted hen. Sly Fox thinks catching Red Hen will be a breeze, but he soon discovers that he’s met his match! Can Red Hen stay one step ahead of Sly Fox, or will she go into his cooking pot? Sly Fox and Red
Aladdin
Based on the well-loved story of Aladdin, a boy who finds a magical lamp with a genie inside! The genie grants all of Aladdin’s wishes, but can Aladdin escape the wicked magician who wants the magical lamp for himself? Aladdin is from Confident Reader Level 3. It is perfect for children aged 6–7 years who
The Three Little Pigs
Based on the well-loved classic tale. Three little pigs build themselves three cosy homes. But along comes the big, bad wolf . . . What will happen when he huffs and puffs and tries to blow their houses down? The Three Little Pigs is from Developing Reader Level 2. It is ideal for children aged
The Gingerbread Man
Based on the popular classic tale. When a cheeky, freshly baked gingerbread man leaps out of the oven and runs away, he’s chased by a motley crew of characters who want to eat him for their tea! Can anyone catch him? The Gingerbread Man is from Developing Reader Level 2. It is ideal for children
The Emperor and the Nightingale
Based on the well-loved fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, set in ancient China. When the emperor finds a little nightingale in the forest, he loves her beautiful song and they become friends. But what will he learn when he replaces her with a clockwork alternative? The Emperor and the Nightingale is from Fluent Reader