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A world full of animal stories

By Angela McAllister

Clever creatures across continents outwit danger—but what surprising lessons will their tales reveal?

colourful · traditional · imaginative · richly illustrated

Genres

Animals Classics Fairy Tales

What is A world full of animal stories about?

Travel across continents through 50 lively stories about animals, gathered from folktales, myths, legends and classic tales. Meet clever foxes, brave tortoises, mischievous monkeys, proud lions and many other creatures as they outwit enemies, solve problems and learn important lessons. From Africa and Asia to Europe, the Americas and Oceania, each story offers a glimpse of the traditions and beliefs of different cultures. This richly illustrated collection is ideal for sharing aloud or discovering independently.

About the author

Angela McAllister is a popular British author who has written over eighty books for children, including 'The Double Life of Cora Parry' and 'A Year Full of Stories'. She loves creating magical tales and adventures that take readers to new worlds. Angela enjoys inspiring children to use their imagination and discover the joy of reading.

Pages

127 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2017

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