![]() ![]() Along with fun details that enrich the storytelling in Jan Brett's trademark borders, this visual treat will enchant readers of all ages. Vibrant, intricate scenes of an underwater paradise transport this classic fairy tale to a magical setting inspired by the seas off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. Baby has the biggest shock when she finds the mermaid asleep in her bed! Luckily, shock turns to happiness when Kiniro gives her a thoughtful gift before escaping from the twenty-four arms coming her way. But Grandma runs in to save the day Major support provided by our founding partner, the American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO. Lowell and Cecil (Little Red Cowboy Hat, 1997) return to cowboy twists on nursery tales when they take Goldilocks and plunk her down in Montana in this spry retelling of a classic. But when the Octopus family returns home, they are not happy to find that someone has been eating their food and breaking their things. Little Red Cowboy Hat By: Susan Lowell Illustrated by: Randy Cecil Age Level: 3-6 On her way to visit Grandma, Little Red meets a wily wolf in the desert. She's thrilled to find a just-right breakfast, pretty little chair, and, best of all, a comfy bed that rocks in the current. When Kiniro, a young mermaid, comes upon a gorgeous house made of seashells and coral, she is so curious that she goes inside. This clever and humorous tale is sure to delight children of all ages, especially those familiar with the Southwest. A striking under-the-sea version of Goldilocks with bonus storytelling in the borders, as only Jan Brett could create. ![]()
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