Thumbelina (Picture Puffin) (Paperback)

~ Hans Christian Andersen (Author), (Illustrator) "Once there was a woman who wanted a child more than anything in the world..." (more)
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A retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale about a girl who is only one inch tall. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Puffin (September 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0140547142
• ISBN-13: 978-0140547146
• Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.6 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,154,360 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Little Gem, November 28, 2001

By	Terrie (Little Chute, WI USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

The familiar Hans Christian Andersen story of Thumbelina has received the royal treatment from Susan Jeffers. Her large, lovely pictures make this seem like you are stepping into the story for the first time. Thumbelina is so dainty and sweet that it's no wonder the toad wishes to marry her but poor Thumbelina has a harrowing time escaping from her warty suitor. Share a trumpet vine blossom with Thumbelina, a pair of hummingbirds and a fat bumble bee or take a ride with her on the back of a gallant swallow. This whole story is enchanting from start to finish and the pictures are a delight!