A tiny girl no bigger than a thumb is stolen by a great ugly toad and subsequently has many adventures and makes many animal friends, before finding the perfect mate in a warm and beautiful southern land.

A freshly baked gingerbread man escapes when he is taken out of the oven and eludes a number of animals until he meets a clever fox.

"When Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published their Children's and Household Tales in 1812, followed by a second volume in 1815, they had no idea that such stories as "Rapunzel," "Hansel and Gretel," and "Cinderella" would become the most celebrated in the world. Yet few people today are familiar with the majority of tales from the two early volumes, since in the next four decades the Grimms would publish six other editions, each extensively revised in...

In this trip through the magic mirror, Abby and Jonah find themselves in the tale of Hansel and Gretel, where they have to deal with the witch and hope the portal will open so they can get home.

A poor young man gains a fortune and meets a beautiful princess when his cat, the clever Puss, outwits an evil giant.

Explores the early cultural form and symbolism of fairy tales while arguing that the forest landscapes in which fairy tales are commonly set are intimately representative of human mysteries, conditions and challenges, providing retellings and analyses of 12 traditional stories to explore the roles of nature in each.

Through her great capacity to love, a kind and beautiful African maid releases a handsome prince from the spell which has made him an ugly beast.

Chinese children's favorite stories contains a superb selection from the rich repertoire of Chinese folklore and legend. Discover many delightful animal characters such as the famous Monkey King, as well as Chang-E, the Moon Goddess, and Guan Yin, the Goddess of Compassion. Classic themes of honesty, kindness, perseverance and common sense sparkle in these stories, beautifully retold in words and watercolors by artist and storyteller Mingmei Yip.

Rebuffed by the princess after retrieving her golden ball, a noble frog sets out to find a more suitable mate.

"Grimms' Fairy Tales" by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm is a renowned collection of folk tales compiled in the early 19th century. This collection features a myriad of enchanting stories that explore themes of morality, adventure, and the fantastical, capturing the imagination of both children and adults alike. Prominent tales such as "Hansel and Gretel," "Cinderella," and "The Frog Prince" weave together vivid narratives populated with princes, princesses,...