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Disney Fairies: Dulcie's Taste of Magic (Disney Fairies) (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))

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I was rather disappointed in this story which I know is not the common viewpoint. My 6 year old is reading this story to me and she has pointed out each instance that Dulcie lies or steals to make her magic recipe. This is all true. She does tell fibs when other fairies ask her what she is doing and she does steal the ingredients and takes advantage of other fairies' hard work. My 6 year old even made the comment that she doesn't think the magic should work for someone who lies and steals. It may teach better lessons, I am just sharing the viewpoint of a 6 year old.

I have purchased and read almost all of these books with my two girls (6 & 4). We read a chapter a night and the girls can not wait to read the next chapter. We started with The Trouble with Tink and now have one left. Beck and the Great Berry Battle. The stories are well thought out and feature the fairies from the previous books. After each Chapter we talk about what could happen in the next chapter. My six year old sometimes reads the chapters ahead of time becauses she can't wait to find out what happens. All in all a wonderful story that is appropriate for the younger crowd.

While researching children's books and trends, I discovered this book. I was attracted by the beautifully illustrated cover and by the story summary on back. Who can resist an adventure that includes a determined little fairy who's name means "sweet," a magical recipe written in ancient Leaf Lettering, and a direct career challenge from a snarky fairy named Ginger! I purchased this book, and I must say it is a delightful tale chock full of important lessons relevant for today's busy people / families--career & activity driven people who are too busy too appreciate who and what is around them.

Dulcie, the main character, is a busy, busy baking fairy who learns to appreciate the jobs -- "the talents" --of other fairies while also learning to slow down and enjoy all the wonders that life offers. In her quest to create the ultimate Comfort Cake and secure her position as lead baker, she discovers new "magic" ---the everyday, but oh-so-powerful "magic" of personal identity, self-confidence, self-esteem, observation, courage, cunning, timing, understanding, trust, belief, effort, and teamwork.

This book is a must read--whether one is 8 or 88. It is especially appropriate for family reading and discussions. Everyone who experiences this story can come away with a little treasure of inner wisdom.

I am 26 and collecting these for my 4 yr old for when she is older. I have read them all and every one of them is a great story. They keep getting better and better. Dulcies Taste of Magic blows them all out of the water. Not only is it a story about realizing the hard work and sacrifice of others and the appreciation everyone desearves for their part, but it teachesother less obvious lessons. The fisrt is that sharing responsibility doesn't make you weak it makes you kind and smart. The second and most important is that you should never be too busy to make a friend. There is always someone to share what you are experiencing with. Having the adventure all to yourself may seem great but its the talking about it and sharing it with someone else that really makes it fun. I have to say that of all the Disney Fairy books, this one has not only the most heart but also the most wisdom. Enjoy your comfort cake!

Like one of Dulcie's yummy confections, this sparkly fairy story seems sweet and lightweight. When you look deeper, however, there's also a bit of wisdom: an important lesson about jealousy and appreciation.

The plot centers on Dulcie, a dedicated baking fairy who loses her top spot at the bakery while on a forced vacation. The story focuses on her efforts to win back her job and impress the other fairies. At the end, she understands her jealousy towards bossy fairy Ginger, and develops a deep appreciation for the talents of the other fairies living at Pixie Hollow.

Thirty-two delicate watercolor illustrations bring the story to life.

The charming cover includes sparkly pixie dust from Tinker Bell, leaning over to sniff Dulcie's cream horns, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls and other yummilicious goodies. The book's reading level is 2.7.

We have been devouring these books since beginning of this year. We read a chapter a night, and have gotten through every single book, with just two remaining and I'm now wondering what can follow these beautifully written and captivating books. My daughter is 4 and I'm always trying to gently guide her to the next level in attention span and had NO problem with these books. I thought it may be a challenge since not every page has an illustration but she hangs on every word. The exchanges between fairies is light and easy to comprehend, the story lines are whimsical and fun, and adventure highlights every book. The vocabulary is very robust, my daughter's imagination and dramatic play has blossomed to a new level since we started reading these books!!! We can't say enough about these well written, well crafted, excellent story-time- read aloud books. I will be at a loss when I finish them, and I welcome any suggestions for a great follow up series.

We own all of this series! Started reading them when my daughter was 4 (she just turned 5 now), and they are age appropriate. Not too scary and always a happy ending. One book only takes us about 4-5 nights worth of reading together. The longer ones are good too "Fairy Dust and the Quest for the Egg" and "Fairy Haven and the Quest for the Wand", but they are a little bit scarrier than the short books (more appropriate for ages 5-7 I would think).

My daughter loves the series. It is light-hearted and always has a lesson to learn when the last chapter is finished.