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In The Elves and the Shoemaker a poor shoemaker prepares his last piece of leather to work on before turning in for bed. In the morning, he is amazed to find the shoes already made. Selling these to a grateful customer, his financial obligations are met and he is able to buy more leather for two more pairs. When these are completed overnight in a similar fashion he stays awake to solve the mystery. Learning that a team of naked elves are responsible...
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Three siblings. Two shoemakers. One curse that could change everything.
Once upon a time...
All Alba ever wanted was to be the royal shoemaker, like her father. But her despicable brothers have a very different future planned for her.
When a good deed backfires, leaving her cursed for her brothers' crimes while the real culprits walk free, Alba will be forced to fight for her freedom, or face losing her dream forever.
Can Alba and her new allies bring...
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A once-popular shoemaker needs some help-and maybe a little magic-to become a profitable family business again. This illustrated chapter book puts a modern spin on Grimm's fairy tale, The Shoemaker and the Elves. This fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students' natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book builds a foundation for...
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"This timeless tale will leave readers suffused with the pleasure of seeing gifts received and appreciated." –Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Here is the classic tale of elfin magic, loved by generations of children and made new by an artist of international acclaim. Jim LaMarche's stunningly rendered paintings, reminiscent of his earlier work in The Rainbabies, are the perfect complement to this favorite Grimm fairy tale. Plus, this is a fixed...
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Emrick the shoemaker can barely afford food for himself and his wife, but they still give far more than they take. One day, Emrick's generosity compels him to trade a pair of his shoes for a beautiful woodlands painting. He hangs the curious work of art on the wall and goes to sleep hungry. The next morning, he awakens to find a beautifully-crafted pair of shoes resting upon his desk. Later that night, Emrick and his wife watch from the shadows as...
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Emrick the shoemaker can barely afford food for himself and his wife, but they still give far more than they take. One day, Emrick's generosity compels him to trade a pair of his shoes for a beautiful woodlands painting. He hangs the curious work of art on the wall and goes to sleep hungry. The next morning, he awakens to find a beautifully-crafted pair of shoes resting upon his desk. Later that night, Emrick and his wife watch from the shadows as...
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In order to provide English learners with extensive reading pleasure, it consists of jewels that span the East and West, from literary works of famous writers such as Aesop's fables, Andersen, Shakespeare, and picture brothers to traditional fairy tales from all over the world.
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Enjoy a delightful excursion into the wonderful world of make-believe, where fairy-tales and old favorite stories come vividly to life. Narration by expert storytellers, music, exciting sound effects, and dramatic dialogue will inspire children. This classic tale is sure to become a favorite pastime, treating children to a magical fantasy of entertaining enjoyment, along with life lessons to which they can relate.
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Super WHY! volume 3
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Whyatt has a secret admirer! The Super Readers visit the Elves and the Shoemaker and discover that the shoemaker is just as curious about his own secret friends! The Super Readers help the Shoemaker write a note of his own, and Whyatt uncovers his mysterious admirer.
Educational Objectives: To learn about making friends, explore the alphabet and rhyme with UN words. Kids will find that the power to read can change the story.
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Weston Woods Studios
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c2009
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Rapunzel: A beautiful girl with long golden hair is kept imprisoned in a tower by a sorceress.
The elves and the shoemaker: A poor shoemaker becomes successful with the help of two elves who finish his shoes during the night.
The talking eggs: A young girl befriends an elderly woman and magical things begin to happen, not the least of which is the surprise of some talking eggs.
The three billy goats Gruff: Three billy goats trick a troll who lives...
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