Book details
The Snow Queen
Description
Wrap up warmly and join Gerda on her quest to rescue her best friend from the icy clutches of the wicked Snow Queen. This charming retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale is beautifully complemented by the magical illustrations of Alan Marks. With sturdy board pages so the book can be enjoyed time and time again. One of Andersen’s longest, best and most highly acclaimed fairy tales, first published in Danish in 1845. A tale of good and evil, where Kay and Gerda are friends. One day, Kay gets splinters from a magic mirror in his eyes and heart, and is taken away to the frozen realm of the Snow Queen who intends to keep him there. Gerda must embark on an adventurous quest that takes her far away to find Kay and save him from the Snow Queen’s cold and icy palace. This edition contains the original illustrations made by Vilhelm Pedersen.
Age
6-8
Text complexity
developing
Length
24 pages
Why to read
- Classic Tale Retelling: 'The Snow Queen' by Lesley Sims offers a fresh retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's timeless fairy tale, making it accessible and engaging for a new generation of readers.
- Enchanting Illustrations: The book is accompanied by beautiful illustrations that bring the magical world of the Snow Queen to life, enhancing the reading experience and sparking the imagination.
- Moral Lessons: The story imparts important moral lessons about love, friendship, and resilience, as the characters embark on a journey that tests their courage and determination.
- Cultural Literacy: Reading 'The Snow Queen' provides cultural literacy, as the original tale is a staple in literary history and has influenced numerous adaptations in various forms of media.