Jack and the Beanstalk and Other Stories
By Mary Hoffman
A humble cow leads Jack skyward, where a hungry giant hides treasures beyond imagination.
magical · traditional · exciting · enchanting
Genres
What is Jack and the Beanstalk and Other Stories about?
Mary Hoffman retells a collection of much-loved fairy tales for young readers. In Jack and the Beanstalk, Jack swaps the family cow for magic beans and climbs a towering beanstalk into the sky, where a hungry giant guards wonderful treasures. Alongside Jack’s adventure are other familiar stories filled with brave heroes, clever tricks, enchanted places and surprising transformations. With simple storytelling and plenty of wonder, this collection introduces children to classic tales that have been shared for generations.
About the author
Mary Hoffman is a much-loved British author who has written over 100 books for children and young people. She is best known for her fantasy series 'Stravaganza' and the popular picture book 'Amazing Grace'. Mary enjoys exploring different cultures and magical worlds in her stories, inspiring children everywhere to love reading and use their imagination.
Pages
31 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2001
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