Stories to Stir the Imagination, Album #1: 1-The Emperor's New Clothes, 2-Toads and Diamonds, 3-The Story of William Tell, 4-The Golden Touch [Audio Cassette]

Frances Kelley (Narrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

STORIES TO STIR THE IMAGINATION, VOLUME I -

1) THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES- The delightful story of how a little boy was the only one in a crowd of loyal followers who was honest enough to say that the emperor's magic new clothes were really "NO CLOTHES AT ALL!"

2) TOADS AND DIAMONDS - The profound story of two sisters. One sister, by helping a mysterious old lady at a fountain, was given the power to spout a diamond out her mouth. The other sister, who never helped anyone spout only a toad.

3) THE STORY OF WILLIAM TELL - A childhood favorite, of how a mighty bowman saved his country's freedom by splitting an apple perched upon of his brave son's head with his bow and arrow.

4) THE GOLDEN TOUCH - The dramatized story of how a greedy king loved gold so much that he wished everything he touched would turn into gold. When his wish was granted, he embraced his golden-haired daughter, and she became a gold statue.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Every child should hear these traditional tales told by Frances Kelley". -- PARENTS CHOICE

"Frances Kelley's dramatic narration is lively and inspiring to a child's imagination. She has a rare gift -- Talking Book Program, Library Of Congress

"Frances Kelly is a master storyteller with a fantastic range of voices". -- School Library Journal

"I congratulate you and Mrs. Kelly on the outstanding work you have done in making these high quality story tapes." -- Dr. Norman Vincent Peale

"These important stories from Eye in the Ear belong in every home, car, or library where children are present." -- Dr. William G. Smith III / Child Psychologist - NY

From the Publisher

In today's visually explicit society, busy parents need to give their children every advantage possible to help establish their own creative thinking and grow up healthy and productive in a highly competitive world. Hours spent in front of the TV have driven a wedge between many children and their parents and grandparents. Eye in the Ear introduces a step back to the future, with the age-old tradition of fireside storytelling, by presenting exciting, inspirational and educational stories to stir, challenge and strengthen a child's imagination. Enchanting for the whole family, these timeless stories belong in every home, car, school and library where children are present. Eye in the Ear audio books make a wonderful gift for ages 3-99.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Eye in the Ear (June 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0944168035
• ISBN-13: 978-0944168035
• Product Dimensions: 4.3 x 2.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,016,638 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Stories for Young Readers (or listeners), July 11, 2009

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This review is from: Stories to Stir the Imagination, Album #1: 1-The Emperor's New Clothes, 2-Toads and Diamonds, 3-The Story of William Tell, 4-The Golden Touch (Stories to Stir the Imagination, 1) (Audio CD)

My son has loved this CD for over a year now (he's 10). I think he particularly likes the Emperor's New Clothes and the Toads and Diamonds. For parents, there are a few old favorites and some you may have never heard before. All-in-all, a fun CD for a car trip.