Aesop's Fables: A Magic Beans Story
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A singing ant, a silly wolf and a mighty mouse are just some of the characters in this mini collection of everyone's favourite fables. After all, it's never too late to learn a new moral or two! This story is a magic bean. It may not look much like a bean, but I can promise you that it is. For if you plant it in a young mind, it will grow into a love of story and reading. These beans are favourite fairytales and legends that will delight, thrill and thoroughly entertain. Each story has been bril
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This mini collection of Aesop's fables brings timeless wisdom to life through Malorie Blackman's engaging retellings of classic animal tales. Readers encounter a singing ant, a silly wolf, and a mighty mouse in stories that have entertained generations while teaching valuable lessons. Each fable maintains its original moral core while feeling fresh and accessible to contemporary young readers. These brief but impactful stories demonstrate why these ancient narratives continue to resonate across centuries.
What makes this collection distinctive is Blackman's understanding that these fables serve as "magic beans" for developing minds—planting seeds that grow into lasting appreciation for storytelling. The selection balances humor and wisdom, ensuring that the moral lessons never feel heavy-handed while still leaving readers with meaningful takeaways. Young readers discovering these classic tales for the first time will find both entertainment and subtle guidance within these pages. This compact anthology successfully preserves the enduring power of Aesop's wisdom while making it relevant for today's audience.
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