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Narrated by Xanthe Gresham


1. Introduction and credits 0:00

2. The Mirror and its Fragments 0:00

3. A Little Boy and a Little Girl 0:00

4. The Enchanted Flower Garden 0:00

5. The Prince and Princess 0:00

6. The Outlaw Girl 0:00

7. The Wise Woman of the North 0:00

7. The Snow Queen’s Palace 0:00

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Fall • 2013 •

Story CD by

Debra Messing!

NEW! OCtObEr 2013the Little red HenWritten by Mary Finch, illustrated by Kate Slater Narrated by Debra MessingThis classic tale celebrates cooperation and the farm-to-table process of making bread from wheat.

AGES 3–7 • 32PP • 8½ x 10¾ in

HArdcoVEr w/ Story cd • 9781846865756 • $16.99

PAPErbAck w/ Story cd • 9781846867514 • $9.99

PAPErbAck • 9781782850410 • $7.99

La gallinita rojaSPAniSH PAPErbAck • 9781846867538 • $7.99

NEW FOrmAt! NOVEmbEr 2013the twelve Dancing princessesWritten by Mary HoffmanIllustrated by Miss Clara Narrated by Xanthe GreshamMiss Clara’s dazzling artwork takes the twelve princesses waltzing across the pages of this classic fairy tale.

AGES 4–8 • 40PP • 8½ x 10¾ in

HARDCOVER w/ sTORy CD 9781846869662 • $17.99

NEW FOrmAt! NOVEmbEr 2013the snow QueenWritten by Sarah LowesIllustrated by Miss Clara Narrated by Xanthe Greshamin this exquisitely illustrated retelling of the classic tale, Gerda’s perilous journey north to save her best friend is brought to life in shimmering detail.

AGES 4–8 • 64PP • 8½ x 10¾in


NEW! NOVEmbEr 2013the princess and the peaWritten and narrated by Xanthe GreshamIllustrated by Miss ClaraStoryteller xanthe Gresham retells this beloved tale of a sensitive prince and his search for a bride with breathtakingly beautiful prose.

AGES 4–8 • 40PP • 8½ x 10¾ in


mOrE trADItIONAL tALEs WItH stOry CDs

Little red riding HoodHArdcoVEr w/ Story cd • 9781846867668 • $16.99


the Gigantic turnipHArdcoVEr w/ Story cd • 9781846862984 • $16.99


PAPErbAck • 9781905236589 • $7.99

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Gorgeous Gift Books

mOrE GIFt bOOks WItH stOry CDs

the princess and the White bear kingHARDCOVER w/ sTORy CD 9781846862281 • $17.99

PAPErbAck w/ sTORy CD 9781846860942 • $9.99

the Faerie’s GiftHARDCOVER w/ sTORy CD 9781846862304 • $17.99

Will the prince ever find a princessto soothe his sensitive heart?

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Retold by Xanthe Gresham • Illustrated by Miss Clara

Xanthe Gresham

With story CD by

Traditional Tales

Fiction for Independent Readers

Fun with Ruby!

NEW! AUGUst 2013the Hungry WolfWritten by Lari Don, illustrated by Melanie Williamsonthis traditional tale from north America is retold for young audiences by popular scottish storyteller Lari Don.

AGES 6+ • 48PP • 5½ x 81⁄8 in

PAPErbAck cHAPtEr book • 9781846868726 • $7.99

NEW! AUGUst 2013masha and the bearWritten by Lari Don, illustrated by Melanie WilliamsonThis classic folktale from Russia pairs simple sentences with vibrant illustrations for emerging readers.

AGES 6+ • 48PP • 5½ x 81⁄8 in


NEW! OCtObEr 2013starlight GreyWritten by Liz Flanagan, illustrated by Valeria DocampoEnchanting story with male protagonist and magical horse gives this unique and memorable story equal boy and girl appeal.

AGES 6+ • 48PP • 5½ x 81⁄8 in


NEW! OCtObEr 2013Cara and the WizardWritten by Liz Flanagan, illustrated by Valeria DocampoEngaging art from Argentinian illustrator Valeria Docampo brings the magic and wonder of this irish folktale to life.

AGES 6+ • 48PP • 5½ x 81⁄8 in


NEW! AUGUst 2013ruby’s baby brotherWritten by Kathryn White, illustrated by Miriam LatimerRuby’s journey from skeptical only child to loving big sister is perfect for youngsters with new siblings on the way. This is the third book in the popular Ruby series.

AGES 3–7 • 32PP • 8½ x 10¾ in

HArdcoVEr • 9781846868641 • $16.99

PAPErbAck • 9781846869501 • $7.99

El hermanito de rubySPAniSH PAPErbAck • 9781782850267 • $7.99

mOrE FICtION FOr INDEpENDENt rEADErs

Never trust a tigerPAPErbAck cHAPtEr book 9781846867767 • $7.99

the tortoise’s GiftPAPErbAck cHAPtEr book 9781846867743 • $7.99Magical stori

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for ages 6+

To see more from our Independent Reading Series, reference our Fiction for Independent Readers flyer and order form.

“Excellently produced and a joy to read — a cut

above many early readers” — Parents in Touch

“Ruby’s rhyming narrative is full of infectious enthusiasm . . .

[A] well-designed tale” — Kirkus Reviews

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ruby’s school WalkHArdcoVEr • 9781846862755 • $16.99

PAPErbAck • 9781846867866 • $7.99

ruby’s sleepoverPAPErbAck • 9781846867583 • $7.99

New Board Books

Cleo is back!

NEW FOrmAt! sEptEmbEr 2013bear in a square/Oso en un cuadradoWritten by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Debbie HarterFind the shapes hidden in this bright bilingual board book, and reinforce numeracy and vocabulary by counting the shapes and naming them as you go.

AGES 2–6 • 24PP • 6¼ x 77 ⁄8 in

bilinGuAl SPAniSH boArd book • 9781782850304 • $7.99

NEW FOrmAt! sEptEmbEr 2013bear in sunshine/Oso bajo el solWritten by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Debbie HarterBuild basic spanish vocabulary for weather and seasons with Bear in this sturdy bilingual board book, perfect for little hands.

AGES 2–6 • 24PP • 6¼ x 77 ⁄8 in

bilinGuAl SPAniSH boArd book • 9781782850311 • $7.99

NEW! OCtObEr 2013big and small • Illustrated by Britta TeckentrupThis vibrant board book encourages early language learning with vocabulary for great big wonders and itty-bitty things alike.

AGES 0–4 • 16PP • 65⁄8 x 6½ in

boArd book • 9781846869518 • $6.99

Grande y pequeñoSPAniSH boArd book • 9781782850342 • $6.99

NEW! OCtObEr 2013Fast and slow • Illustrated by Britta TeckentrupExplore opposites with this inviting, colorful board book, which compares slow-moving vehicles with speedy machines.AGES 0–4 • 16PP • 65⁄8 x 6½ in

boArd book • 9781846869525 • $6.99

rápido y LentoSPAniSH boArd book • 9781782850359 • $6.99

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Cleo’s Counting bookboArd book • 9781846860638 • $6.99

PAPErbAck • 9781841481746 • $6.99

Cleo’s Color bookboArd book • 9781846860607 • $6.99

PAPErbAck • 9781846864407 • $6.99

Cleo’s Alphabet bookboArd book • 9781846860461 • $6.99

PAPErbAck • 9781841481654 • $6.99

Visit our website to find

more of our Bear Bilinguals

series, available in paperback! Choose from

eight different titles in French

or Spanish.

Written by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Caroline Mockford • AGES 1–4 • 24PP

rEIssUED! OCtObEr 2013Cleo the Cat A cat named Cleo looks for a friend.65⁄8 x 6½ in • boArd book • 9781841484273 • $6.99

10¼ x 10 in • PAPErbAck • 9781782850519 • $6.99

rEIssUED! OCtObEr 2013Cleo in the snowCleo experiences snow for the first time.65⁄8 x 6½ in • boArd book • 9781782850540 • $6.99

10¼ x 10 in • PAPErbAck • 9781782850557 • $6.99

rEIssUED! OCtObEr 2013Come Here, Cleo!the natural world outside calls to inquisitive cleo.65⁄8 x 6½ in • boArd book • 9781841484235 • $6.99

10¼ x 10 in • PAPErbAck • 9781841483306 • $6.99

rEIssUED! OCtObEr 2013Cleo on the moveMoving day brings a new adventure for Cleo.65⁄8 x 6½ in • boArd book • 9781782850564 • $6.99

10¼ x 10 in • PAPErbAck • 9781782850571 • $6.99

rEIssUED! OCtObEr 2013Cleo and Caspar A new puppy friend arrives at Cleo’s house.65⁄8 x 6½ in • boArd book • 9781841489735 • $6.99

10¼ x 10 in • PAPErbAck • 9781782850533 • $6.99

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DEBRA MESSING

Text copyright © 2013 by Shoshana Boyd Gelfand. Illustrations copyright © 2013 by Am

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narrated by Debra Messing. Recording and CD production by John Marshall Media, New York City. Barefoot Music © 2001 Jenny Crook and Henry Sears

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2. The Power of Story 3:39

3. elijah’s Wisdom 15:13

4. The boy who Prayed the alphabet 13:20

5. The Prince who Thought He Was a rooster 12:41

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To celebrate our 20th anniversary, we are delighted to bring back The Mountains of Tibet,

published in England in 1993 on our first list!

Narrated by Debra Messing!

NEW! sEptEmbEr 2013the barefoot book of Jewish talesWritten by Shoshana Boyd GelfandIllustrated by Amanda HallNarrated by Debra MessingThis anthology of tales from the Jewish tradition includes notes on significant Jewish symbolism, meanings of Hebrew names found in the text and the history of each folktale.

AGES 7+ • 80PP • 9 x 11 in


NEW FOrmAt! AUGUst 2013starlight sailorWritten by James Mayhew, illustrated by Jackie MorrisFamiliar “star light, star bright,” refrain pairs perfectly with award-winning artist Jackie Morris’s dreamy illustrations to create a handsome gift book.

AGES 2–6 • 24PP • 85⁄8 x 85⁄8 in

lArGE boArd book • 9781846869365 • $14.99

NEW FOrmAt! NOW AVAILAbLE I took the moon for a WalkWritten by Carolyn Curtis, illustrated by Alison JayThis poetic tale includes notes about the moon, and the plants and animals that thrive in the wee hours.

AGES 3–7 • 32PP

8½ x 10¾ in • PAPErbAck • 9781841488035 • $7.99

85⁄8 x 85⁄8 in • lArGE boArd book • 9781846862007 • $14.99

NEW FOrmAt! sEptEmbEr 2013motherbridge of LoveIllustrated by Josée MasseUplifting message for adopted children about two mothers showing their love in different ways.

All AGES • 32PP • 9 x 10¼ in

PAPErbAck • 9781782850403 • $7.99

rEIssUED! OCtObEr 2013the mountains of tibetWritten and illustrated by Mordicai Gersteinsimply and elegantly introduces the concept of reincarnation, with a commentary by world- renowned Buddhist scholar sogyal Rinpoche explaining Tibetan traditions and teachings.

All AGES • 32PP • 8¼ x 9 in

HArdcoVEr • 9781782850472 • $16.99

mOrE tALEs FOr trAVELErs

the barefoot book of buddhist talesPAPErbAck 9781846868245 $14.99

NEW FOrmAt! OCtObEr 2013

Indian talesPAPErbAck 9781846864261 $14.99

New Formats!

NEW FOrmAt! OCtObEr 2013babushkaRetold by Sandra Ann HornIllustrated by Sophie Fatus“A lovely Christmas story . . . about the joys of selfless giving” — BooklistAGES 3–7 • 32PP • 10½ x 9¼in

PAPErbAck • 9781841484112 • $7.99

HArdcoVEr • 9781841483535 • $16.99

NEW FOrmAt! OCtObEr 2013the miracle of the First poinsettiaRetold by Joanne OppenheimIllustrated by Fabian NegrinA beautiful alternative to the traditional nativity story, this book is also a wonderful evocation of Mexican customs and culture.AGES 4–9 • 32PP • 11¾ x 9¼in

PAPErbAck • 9781841483641 • $8.99

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