The Princess and the Pea


Janet Stevens - 1835
    In this rendition a tiger is proven to be a princess.

Rapunzel Stories Around the World: 3 Beloved Tales


Cari Meister - 2014
    Visit Germany, Italy, and the Philippines, and find out who is guarded by a flesh-eating monster, and whose hero flies off on a magical winged horse.

You Read to Me, I'll Read to You: Very Short Fairy Tales to Read Together


Mary Ann Hoberman - 2004
    Using traditional reading teaching techniques like alliteration, rhyme, repetition, and short sentences), the text invites young children to read along, while Michael Emberley's lively illustrations enhance the stories' humor and high spirits. Goldilocks, the Little Red Hen, the Three Little Pigs, and many more beloved characters star in these tales-with-a-twist that are perfect for early and reluctant readers, readers' theater, and bedtime fun. A 2005 Notable Children's Book in the Language Arts by the Children's Literature Assembly of the National Council of Teacher of English. Also chosen as a 2004 Gryphon Award Honor Book by the Center for Children's Books.

Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam


Hans Wilhelm - 2006
    Beautifully illustrated and based on the well-known hymn, this book will be read again and again.

The Dinosaur that Pooped a Princess!


Tom Fletcher - 2018
    . .Danny and Dinosaur are convinced that a damsel in distress needs their help - they just need to find her. But there are twists in store . . . Can Dinosaur make it through Fairy Tale Land without eating everything in sight? And do all princesses really need to be rescued?From bestselling authors Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, with glorious artwork from Garry Parsons, this hilarious, rip-roaring fairytale romp is packed with prehistoric cheekiness, punchy girl power and lots and lots of poop!

The Very Smart Pea and the Princess-to-be


Mini Grey - 2003
    But for those of you who may have wondered how anyone could feel a tiny garden-variety pea under the weight of twenty mattresses, this book will put that question to rest once and for all. This witty spoof was shortlisted for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal in the UK. It was Mini Grey's first book and a worthy predecessor to such favorites as Traction Man is Here!

Dr. Seuss's Circus McGurkus Squirt! (Dr. Seuss Nursery Collection)


Dr. Seuss - 2004
    This Seussian bath book complete with squirter—is sure to bring hoorays and a shout: when the whale comes in and he squirts from his spout!

Sleeping Cinderella and Other Princess Mix-Ups


Stephanie Clarkson - 2015
    Once upon a time, four fairy tale misses, tired of dwarves, witches, princes, and kisses,so bored and fed up, or just ready to flop, upped and left home for a fairy tale swap.The fairy tale world is turned upside-down when Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Rapunzel and Snow White swap places in this hilariously clever new classic! Is the grass really greener in someone else's castle?

Sofia's Magic Lesson (Sofia the First)


Sarah Nathan - 2014
    But the magic of friendship is the true lesson to be learned when Sofia helps Cedric out of a "tricky" situation.

What Is a Princess?


Jennifer Liberts Weinberg - 2004
    WHAT IS A princess? Is she someone who is smart and brave, kind and caring—or is she someone much, much more? Cinderella, Ariel, Belle, and all the Disney Princesses answer that question in this Step 1 book that is the first in the Step into Readling line to feature multiple Disney Princesses in one book!

The Little Red Hen Big Book


Paul Galdone - 1973
    When the hen asks a cat, dog, and mouse for help planting some wheat, she gets no takers: "‘Not I!’ said the cat. ‘Not I!’ said the dog. ‘Not I!’ said the mouse." They won’t water, cut, or grind the wheat . . . or help bake a cake with it, either. So guess who eats the cake by herself in the end? The Caldecott Honor artist Paul Galdone’s delightfully detailed ink and wash illustrations—packed with charming details—add plenty of sly humor to the well-loved story that not only offers a sage message but also shows children what it takes to make a cake from the ground up!

Chicken Little


Steven Kellogg - 1985
    Steven Kellogg's hilarious retelling and irresistible illustrations bring fresh delight to this timeless classic of chain reaction panic.

Who Took the Cookies from the Cookie Jar?


Bonnie Lass - 2000
    Help Skunk solve the mystery as he asks each of his animal friends, Mouse, Raven, Squirrel, Rabbit, Turtle, Raccoon, Snake, Beaver, and Frog, who took the cookie from the cookie jar?

The Three Cabritos


Eric A. Kimmel - 2007
    But their mother is worried. She warns them about Chupacabra, the goat-sucker who lives beneath the bridge. And sure enough, as the goats cross the bridge, he jumps out! "Say your prayers. I’m going to eat you," he tells the goats. But they are clever. And they know how to play music—music that finally gets rid of that old goat-sucker forever! Pleasant illustrations rendered in pencil and digital techniques by Stephen Gilpin add to the story of the legendary creature, Chupacabra. An author’s note, glossary, and pronunciation guide are included.

The Frog Prince, Continued


Jon Scieszka - 1991
    or did they? The Princess can't stand the Prince's froggy habits—the way he hops around on the furniture, or sneaks off to the lily pond. The Prince is unhappy, too, and decides that it would be best if he were changed back to a frog. But finding a witch who will do the job is harder than he expects. They all seem to have other spells in mind...