Barefoot Books

Little Red Riding Hood book

(shown here with musical doll)

$16.99  Age: 3+
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A classic tale that has been enjoyed by children for centuries.  Here it is retold with sparkling detail by Josephine Evetts-Secker and illustrated  by Nicoletta Ceccoli.  Hardback, 30 pages. Match this with our musical Red Riding Hood doll.

The Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales

Retold by Malachy Doyle and illustrated by Nicoletta Ceccoli

$19.99 Age: 4+
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Journey to magical and memorable lands with this long-awaited anthology of classic fairy tales from nine different countries and cultures. Including such favorites as “Cinderella” and “The Sleeping Beauty,” as well as lesser-known stories like the Ukrainian tale “The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship,” this collection is masterfully told by Malachy Doyle and illustrated in Nicoletta Ceccoli’s always charming and thoroughly enchanting style.
Hardcover; Jacketed; Full-color illustrations; 160pp;
9.25 x 11.25 inches

The Barefoot Book of Princesses

Retold by Caitlín Matthews and illustrated by Olwyn Whelan

$19.99  Age: 5+
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This warm and humorous collection presents much-loved favorites such as "The Princess and the Pea" from Denmark and less familiar figures including "The Beggar Princess" from China and "The Horned Snake’s Wife" from the Iroquois of North America. Caitlin Matthews’s wonderfully dramatic retellings are perfect for reading aloud, while Olwyn Whelan’s bright and witty illustrations are a feast in themselves.
Hardcover; Jacketed; full-color illustrations; 64pp;
9.25 x 11.25 inches

Shakespeare's Storybook

Retold by: Patrick Ryan
Illustrated by: James Mayhew

$19.99
Read Alone: 8-Adult
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Professional storyteller Patrick Ryan has brought together the stories that are at the heart of seven of Shakespeare's masterpieces. He introduces each story with fascinating information about its history and its prevalence in other cultures, as well as insights into local traditions and political issues that influenced Shakespeare's writing. Whether you are acquainted with the works of Shakespeare, or you are a young reader waiting to enjoy his plays, these lively, accessible and action-packed adventures will thoroughly engross you.

Hardcover; Jacketed; full-color illustrations; 80pp;
8.75 x 10.75 inches

The Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera

Written by: Shahrukh Husain. Illustrated by: James Mayhew

$19.99
Read Alone: 8-Adult
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Opera is one of the most spectacular and exhilarating art forms in the world, but is often perceived as being difficult for children to understand. This sumptuous anthology tells a different story. Author Shahrukh Husain has selected seven classical operas, retelling them in a way that will capture the imagination of today’s children. Each story opens with background information on the composer and a scene-setting introduction, while end-notes offer advice for parents on best recordings.

The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories

Written by: Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple. Illustrated by: Rebecca Guay

$19.99
Read Alone: 8-Adult Read Together: All
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Featuring a brief history of classical ballet, as well as historical details of each dance’s composition, choreography and early performances, this book will captivate anyone with a love of this awe-inspiring art.

Magic Hoofbeats

$19.99

Read alone: 8-Adult
Read together: All
Hard-cover, jacketed. Full-color illustrations.
80pp. 9 1/4x11 1/4.

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Lose yourself in the world of the equestrian with this unique, beautifully illustrated anthology of stories about magical, mystical and memorable horses. Bringing together stories from many different traditions and containing fascinating notes about the different breeds, this book is guaranteed to become a much treasured volume in any child’s collection. A must for horse lovers everywhere, the book is written by horse whisperer Josepha Sherman and illustrated in radiant hues by artist Linda Wingerter.                                      Combine this book with our Small Unicorn Puppet