Fables: A Classic Story Collection Full of Timeless Lessons for Children (Ages 4–8)
About this product
Winner of the Caldecott Medal A pig flying through marshmallow clouds? A camel pirouetting through the desert? Where else could a reader find such marvelous things but in a fable? From the author-illustrator behind beloved Frog and Toad, Arnold Lobel, comes a collection of humorous, silly fables that will delight readers young and old. “The most remarkable of the author-illustrator’s 60-plus bestselling award winners.” — Publishers Weekly “There is enough cheerful nonsense in Mr. Lobel’s fables to endear any child listener.” —The New York Times “Lobel has come up with a magical addition to an ancient genre of storytelling.” — Newsweek Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers say this is a short, engaging collection of animal fables with clear morals, and many praise the colorful, charming illustrations. Goodreads readers similarly describe it as a quick read with fresh, humorous lessons that work well for children, while some blog reviewers note that a few fables feel odd or uneven. Kirkus gave a much harsher take, calling the entries flat and predictable, but other review sources describe the book as a strong classic that has aged well. Overall, the balance of feedback is positive, especially for parents and teachers looking for a simple, moral-centered read-aloud.
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Specifications
| Format | Box Set |
| Genre | Children |
| Illustrated | No |
Product Details
| Publisher | HarperCollins |
| Publication date | September 7, 1983 |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 48 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0064430464 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0064430463 |
| Item Weight | 6.4 ounces |
| Reading age | 3 - 8 years, from customers |
| Dimensions | 8 x 0.12 x 11.5 inches |
| Grade level | 1 - 4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,981 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #11 in Children's Multicultural Tales & Myths #32 in Children's Folk Tale & Myth Anthologies #78 in Children's Short Story Collections |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (677) |
