Rabbit Ears Treasury of Storybook Classics: Volume Two: Goldilocks, Little Red Riding Hood, Three Little Pigs, Three Billy Goats Gruff [Audiobook, Unabridged] [Audio CD]

Rabbit Ears (Author), Meg Ryan (Reader), Holly Hunter (Reader)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 11, 2008 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Rabbit Ears

Rabbit Ears Treasury of Storybook Classics Volume 2 features timeless and clever characters--read by your favorite stars and featuring original music by some of today's greatest artists.

Red Riding Hood and Goldilocks
The classic story of Red Riding Hood and the much-beloved tale of Goldilocks are among the most cherished stories in children's literature. These modern versions will captivate audiences as they have for generations, while reminding everyone that a little caution goes a long way.

The Three Little Pigs and The Three Billy Goats Gruff
In the first of these two popular nursery tales, The Three Little Pigs, the wisest pig gets even with the big bad wolf, demonstrating that hard work has its own rewards. Next, in The Three Billy Goats Gruff, the greedy troll who lives under the bridge is no match for the biggest of the goats.

Editorial Reviews

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Young listeners will prick up their ears at these four animal stories read by Meg Ryan and Holly Hunter. Ryan's "Red Riding Hood" features symphonic background music and a surprise around every corner. Her "Goldilocks" is less even. She uses a Southern accent and occasionally overacts, but the jazzy music keeps the pace moving. Hunter presents a retelling of "The Three Little Pigs." Her knowing voice is a good accompaniment to the wise pig's devious plans. "Three Billy Goats Gruff" finishes off this story collection with a traditional retelling. The high voice of the littlest goat is a charming contrast to that of the gruff troll. Listeners who like stories matched with rich musical accompaniment will want to take this home. C.A. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Audio CD
• Publisher: Listening Library (Audio); Unabridged edition (March 11, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0739363417
• ISBN-13: 978-0739363416
• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.6 x 5.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,098,739 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Meg Ryan + Holly Hunter= SASSY STORYTELLING!!, August 21, 2008

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Kirara "dragonsonic4" (USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Rabbit Ears Treasury of Storybook Classics: Volume Two: Goldilocks, Little Red Riding Hood, Three Little Pigs, Three Billy Goats Gruff (Audio CD)

Rabbit Ears have come up with another brand new series and it includes the four cult classic tales, "Red Riding Hood," "Goldilocks," "The Three Billy Goats Gruff," and "The Three Little Pigs." These stories are narrated by Holly Hunter and Meg Ryan and are accompanied by music by Art Lande.

In "Red Riding Hood," Meg Ryan narrates with a soothing voice about how a little girl named Red got herself into trouble with the wolf when she ignores the huntsman's warnings about straying off the path when she is visiting her grandmother. In "Goldilocks," Meg Ryan narrates with a southern accent about how a naughty girl named Goldilocks is in for a big surprise when she breaks into a house belonging to three bears. In "The Three Billy Goats Gruff," Holly Hunter narrates with sass about how three Billy Goat brothers outsmart a vicious troll under the bridge. In "The Three Little Pigs," Holly Hunter narrates the story of how the third little pig outsmarts the wolf who has been terrorizing her siblings.

Both Holly Hunter and Meg Ryan bring humor to these cult classics by presenting a more modern version to each story, making them more sassy and new-improved than the old-fashioned style they were associated with for many years. Art Lande's sassy music brings a new meaning to fairy tales as he uses saxophones and up-beat piano ballads to make the stories more hip. These set of Storybook Classics is filled with humor and suspense and will remain to be one of the most cherished series for children.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent readings, March 26, 2010

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Matt McDowall "spoko" (Newbraska) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rabbit Ears Treasury of Storybook Classics: Volume Two: Goldilocks, Little Red Riding Hood, Three Little Pigs, Three Billy Goats Gruff (Audio CD)

Not sure why the accents would bother anyone. My kids started listening to these at around age 3, and they still demand to re-listen. Never once hada problem understanding what was being said, or at least never had a complaint. Holly Hunter's readings, in particular, are spectacular. My wife and I love them as well, I should admit. That second billy goat Gruff is just a killer. So is the last of the three pigs. Really just great readings.

3.0 out of 5 stars Unique retelling, June 15, 2009

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Simple Style (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews

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This is a unique retelling. The voices in some stories are grating to me, but the children are highly entertained while I play this from my iPhone during waits in doctors offices or car repair places.