Name: Little Red Riding Hood
ISBN: 9780547668550

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

A Familiar Tale

A Grimm retelling pairs familiar fairy-tale suspense with vibrant, nostalgic illustrations.

Come here for

The old story’s wolfish edge
Full-color pictures with a nostalgic glow

Expect

A retelling drawn from the Brothers Grimm version
Vibrant illustrations alongside a familiar fairy tale

Book Details

Authors: Paul Galdone
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: April 3, 2012
Format: Hardcover
Theme: Wolves & Coyotes · Folktale Retellings
Reading lane: Wolves & Coyotes

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Publisher Categories

Small Pets
Wolves & Coyotes
The Classics
Fairy Tales & Folklore

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Girls & Young Women
Funny Stories
City & Town Life
Country Life

About This Book

“Once upon a time there was a sweet little maiden who was loved by all who knew her . . .” So begins this classic tale about Little Red Riding Hood and her encounter with the wolf one day when she is on her way to visit her sick grandmother. Paul Galdone has drawn on the Brothers Grimm version of Little Red Riding Hood, and lends beautiful, vibrant illustrations to his exciting retelling of this classic fairy tale. Small children and Paul Galdone’s older fans will cheer as t...

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“Once upon a time there was a sweet little maiden who was loved by all who knew her . . .” So begins this classic tale about Little Red Riding Hood and her encounter with the wolf one day when she is on her way to visit her sick grandmother. Paul Galdone has drawn on the Brothers Grimm version of Little Red Riding Hood, and lends beautiful, vibrant illustrations to his exciting retelling of this classic fairy tale. Small children and Paul Galdone’s older fans will cheer as the old tale comes enchantingly alive in lovely, nostalgic, full-color pictures.