A Treasury of Fairy Tales and Myths Dorling Kindersley

Once upon a time fairy tales weren't meant just for children, and neither is Angela Carter's Book Of Fairy Tales. This stunning collection contains lyrical tales, bloody tales and hilariously funny and ripely bawdy stories from countries all around the world - from the Arctic to Asia - and no dippy princesses or soppy fairies. Instead, we have pretty maids and old crones; crafty women and bad girls; enchantresses and midwives; rascal aunts and odd sisters • This fabulous celebration of strong minds, low cunning, black arts and dirty tricks could only have been collected by the unique and much-missed Angela Carter. Illustrated throughout with original woodcuts

Fearless heroes, feisty princesses, sly magicians, terrifying dragons, talking foxes and miniature dogs. They all feature in this enthralling compendium of Chinese fairy tales and legends, along with an array of equally colourful characters and captivating plots • Although largely unknown in the West, the 70-plus stories in this volume are just as beguiling as the more familiar Grimms' Fairy Tales or Arabian Nights. They were collected in the early 20th century by Richard Wilhelm and first translated into English by Frederick H Martens. This beautifully produced revised and edited new edition includes updated notes which not only provide background on the tales, but also offer a fascinating insight into ancient Chinese folk lore and culture • These are stories to return to time and time again

Wicked stepmothers and beautiful princesses … magic forests and enchanted towers … little pigs and big bad wolves … Fairy tales have been an integral part of childhood for hundreds of years. But what do they really mean? • In this award-winning work of criticism, renowned psychoanalyst Dr Bruno Bettelheim presents a thought provoking and stimulating exploration of the best-known fairy stories. He reveals the true content of the stories and shows how children can use them to cope with their baffling emotions and anxieties

Specially written for children who are just beginning to read, this book contains six classic fairytales. Stephen Cartwright’s colourful illustrations enhance the tales, giving clues to the words and their meanings. An excellent gift book, featuring stories from Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty to the Three Little Pigs

Explore an enchanting world of 101 nursery rhymes, poems and songs, illustrated by Frann Preston-Gannon, illustrator of I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree, which won Waterstones Children’s Gift of the Year • This is the fourth title in the Nosy Crow Classics series, which includes The Velveteen Rabbit, Peter Pan and Heidi, all beautiful cloth-bound editions with foiled jackets and covers, and ribbon markers • In this captivating collection, you’ll meet favourite friends Humpty Dumpty, the Owl and the Pussy-cat and Little Miss Muffet, as well as mermaids, elves and a whole host of animals at a magical fair. Discover games for playtime, songs for supper time and star-filled lullabies for bedtime. This rich anthology will delight the whole family and is the perfect birthday, Christmas or christening gift to treasure

Сказки всемирно известных писателей, иллюстрированные замечательными художниками, сопровождаются упражнениями, которые помогут юным ученикам с легкостью усваивать новую лексику, с интересом познавать увлекательный мир героев и полюбить язык, на котором они говорят. Тексты адаптированы Мариной Анатольевной Гацкевич, автором популярных учебников и пособий по английскому языку, и легко воспринимаются дошкольниками и младшими школьниками, помогают освоить грамматику, современную лексику, пополняют словарный запас и расширяют кругозор маленьких читателей

Производитель: Soda • Размер: 98 x 94 крестиков • Техника: Счетный крест • Схема: цветная символьная • В набор входит: Полноцветный буклет со схемой. Формата А4 • Дополнительная информация: Канва и мулине не входят в комплект! • Вид вышивки: вышивка крестом

This delightful book with beautiful, illustrated characters is a magical retelling of the classic Sleeping Beauty fairy tale with a twist • In this captivating interpretation of a classic fairy tale, children can rediscover the much-loved story of Sleeping Beauty while exploring the Fairy-tale Kingdom - a place where all of the classic fairy tales coexist and intertwine. In this retelling of Sleeping Beauty, youngsters can follow Verity and her fairy friends and see how they help good prevail over evil, making sure everyone lives happily ever after. Verity means truth, and that is exactly what she does, she tells the truth, ALL the time, and it often gets her into a lot of trouble! • Gorgeous characters, simple text and a splash of humour makes Verity Fairy and Sleeping Beauty a captivating book to share

This delightful book with beautiful, illustrated characters is a magical retelling of the classic Snow White fairy tale with a twist • In this captivating interpretation of a classic fairy tale, children can rediscover the much-loved story of Snow White while exploring the Fairy-tale Kingdom - a place where all of the classic fairy tales coexist and intertwine. In this retelling of Snow White, youngsters can follow Verity and her fairy friends and see how they help good prevail over evil, making sure everyone lives happily ever after. Verity means truth, and that is exactly what she does, she tells the truth, ALL the time, and it often gets her into a lot of trouble! It's a spellbinding behind-the-scenes look at the battle between Snow White and her evil stepmother, with an extra sprinkling of fairy dust

A beautifully illustrated collection of 20 ancient Egyptian myths retold for children aged 7-9 • Delve into a world of monstrous creatures, magical spells, and warring gods in this thrilling compendium of ancient Egyptian myths. With 20 exciting tales alongside fascinating historical information, this is a must-have introduction for young readers interested in one of the world's great early civilizations • From the creation of the world to the first pharaohs, this book charts the full sweep of ancient Egyptian mythology, revealing fascinating elements of culture and religion along the way. The enthralling stories introduce mighty gods and wicked villains, while a handy reference section is packed with information about the ancient Egyptians themselves

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children • Discover the Greek myth about the greedy King Midas! A popular tale told for centuries that will teach children about the power of love • Introduce children to the fascinating telling of a popular tale about a greedy king who could turn everything he touched into gold. This emotions book for kids explores the concept of love and the consequences of greed in an engaging story format • Once Upon a Time...there was a Greedy King is filled with colourful illustrations and a lively story that teaches children emotional intelligence. Inside you'll find • - Beautiful, vibrant illustrations by Maja Andersen brings the story to life • - Simple text, ideal for reading aloud for a bedtime story • - Lesser-known folk tales and stories to young children • - A reference section at the end of the book that explains the cultural history behind each story • The greedy King Midas has been granted a wish! He can turn everything into gold

"Тайный мир растений. Рассказы о более чем 100 замечательных цветах, деревьях и семенах" - это вечная сокровищница из более чем 100 историй из невероятного царства растений, рассказанных автором и экспертом по природе Беном Хором • Растения встречаются почти повсюду на Земле, но для многих людей их жизнь остается загадкой. Узнайте, как цветет морская трава под водой, как венерина мухоловка рассчитывает, чтобы наверняка поймать свою добычу, и почему некоторые тюльпаны раньше стоили дороже дома! Эта увлекательная книга для детей исследует обширное царство растений и объясняет, как устроены растения, а также странные и чудесные отношения, которые они связывают с животными • Книга на английском языке • A timeless treasury of more than 100 stories from the incredible kingdom of plants, told by author and nature expert Ben Hoare