The Elves and the Shoemaker (First Fairytales)

by Ladybird (Author), Emma Dodd (Illustrator), Ronne Randall (Adapter)

• Used

  Board book
  2007

  $3.28

  This delightful tactile fairy tale is brought right up to date for very young children. This a simple retelling of the classic story is combined with bright illustrations and different textures on each page to promote sensory and language awareness in an enjoyable way. Additional text at the bottom of each spread offers more to talk about and a sense of anticipation as the story progresses.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1999

  $3.28

  The story of a poor shoemaker who works hard but does not prosper until he has only enough leather left to make one pair of shoes. During the night the shoes are made for him and they sell for a handsome profit so when his fortunes are restored he repays his benefactors.