Book details
The Gingerbread Man: (Flip-Up Fairy Tales)
Published in
2024
Description
The Gingerbread Man: Flip-Up Fairy Tales is a charming retelling of the classic folktale by Jess Stockham. It features an interactive flip-up element that enhances the reading experience. In the story, a gingerbread man escapes from an old woman and an old man and encounters various characters while boasting 'Run, run as fast as you can! You can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Man!' His overconfidence leads to his downfall when he trusts a fox to help him cross a river. The book includes vibrant illustrations and flip-up surprises that encourage prediction and discussion, making it a delightful read for young children.
Age
3-7
Text complexity
beginner
Length
24 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Adaptation: The 'Flip-Up Fairy Tales' version of 'The Gingerbread Man' by Jess Stockham is a unique retelling of the classic story, offering a fresh and captivating experience that keeps the essence of the traditional tale while adding new twists to hold the reader's interest.
- Interactive Elements: This book features interactive flip-up pages that encourage children's participation. Kids can lift the flaps to reveal hidden surprises, making the reading experience more immersive and helping to develop their fine motor skills.
- Illustrations and Visual Appeal: The vibrant and colorful illustrations by Jess Stockham bring the characters and setting of 'The Gingerbread Man' to life. The artwork is designed to captivate young readers, keeping them engaged and eager to see what happens next.
- Educational Value: Reading 'The Gingerbread Man: (Flip-Up Fairy Tales)' not only provides entertainment but also offers educational benefits. It helps children develop their reading skills, expands their vocabulary, and introduces them to the structure and elements of storytelling within a familiar fairy tale context.