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First Readers - Hansel and Gretel

By Monica Hughes

Adjectives

magical exciting perilous classic

Genres

Fairy Tales Adventure Friendship/Family

What is First Readers - Hansel and Gretel about?

Hansel and Gretel live with their family near a dark, mysterious forest. When food becomes scarce, their parents leave them deep among the trees. The children try to find their way home, but soon discover a tempting cottage made of sweets. Inside lives a wicked witch with a frightening plan. Hansel and Gretel must stay brave, think cleverly and help each other if they are to escape the witch and return safely to their family.

About the author

Monica Hughes was a talented author known for writing exciting adventure and science fiction stories for children. Her books, like 'The Keeper of the Isis Light', take readers to amazing new worlds and let them imagine incredible journeys. Monica loved exploring ideas and sharing them with young readers through her imaginative stories.

Pages

29 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

Edition published

2002

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