The Fairy Tale Book: Classic Tales from Childhood

From Cinderella to Rumpelstiltskin, this small paper-over-board collection—part of Scholastic’s growing array of gifty, retro-styled books on the games, rhymes, and activities of yesteryear—contains variations of the original tales of such famous storytellers as the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen. Favorites like The Little Mermaid, Rapunzel, and the Twelve Dancing Princesses are joined by such lesser-known stories as East of the Sun, West of the Moon and The Brave Little Tailor. The retellings are tidy and traditional, qualities that are highlighted by the delicate illustrations and borders that frame each tale. Also available: The Bedtime Story Book. All ages. (Aug.)