The Ugly Duckling Fairy Tale (ENG)

A beautiful read-aloud story to share, with a visual glossary and an activity to take young children deeper into the story. The poor Ugly Duckling is chased away from his home because he doesnt fit in. Join him on this epic journey of survival and homecoming. This story is a perfect introduction to the classic tale, with its gentle, rhythmic text and bright, friendly illustrations. Its never too early to introduce children to the magic and wonder of classic tales. Familiar characters are brought to life at each turn of the page with spellbinding artwork and lyrical writing. A visual glossary at the beginning introduces new vocabulary and promotes understanding. A lively activity at the end invites discussion and will make even the very youngest children want to return to these story books again and again. Fairy tales and classic stories are a vital introduction to the basics of storytelling like setting, characters and plot. They boost a childs imagination and also teach valuable life lessons about good overcoming evil, the difference between right and wrong and the importance of rising to a challenge. Also available: Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, The Three Little Pigs. Biographical Notes Pat-a-Cake (Author) Pat-a-Cake takes you and your child on a magical journey. From sharing the very first baby book to watching your little one read all by themselves. The adventure begins here . . .Ronne Randall (Author) Ronne Randall, originally from New York, has worked in childrens publishing since 1980 and has been a freelance editor and author since 1993. She has written more than 150 childrens books, published on both sides of the Atlantic. She has a special interest in folklore and fairy tales, and she has an MA in Folklore from Sheffield University. She is married, with one son, and lives in Nottinghamshire, England.Sophie Rohrbach (Illustrator) French artist Sophie Rohrbach began her career after graduating in display design at the Chambre des Commerces. She went on to design displays in many top department stores including Galeries Lafayette. She studied illustration at Emile Cohl school in Lyon, France and now lives near Paris with her family.Sophie is passionate about the colours and patterns that she uses in her illustrations.

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