Mlawer, Teresa
Summary: A retelling of the well-known fable in which a little mouse saves the life of the King of Beasts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Adirondack Books 2016
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Summary: "As this modern-day fairy tale continues, the free Fables struggle to regroup following the destruction of their New York City stronghold, and Mr. Dark grows more powerful than ever! Sitting amid the wreckage that was once Fabletown, this sinister figure has built a web of fear and anger that threatens to ensnare any Fable who strays too close. Who among the Fables could defeat such a foe? The...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DC Comics 2021
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 WILWillingham, Bill
Summary: Once upon a time, the subjects of fairy tales--princesses, witches, talking animals, and more--lived far away in a fabled magical realm. But when a savage creature known only as the Adversary conquered their home, the characters of folklore were forced to flee to a more mundane world. Disguised among the normal citizens of 21-st century New York City, these magical beings have created their own...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DC Comics 2021
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Summary: In this collection of over three hundred fables, Aesop masterfully unravels the morals behind every action in human nature. Includes the favorites "The Shepherd-Boy and the Wolf," " The Tortoise and the Hare" and " The Dog and the Shadow." These time-honored morals teach children that persuasion is better than force, slow but steady wins the race, and look before you leap.A fable is often...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Engage Books 2020
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Summary: A simplified version of the familiar fable featuring a kitten who becomes bored with guarding a stack of toys and decides to cry "dog" and watch the villagers come running, until the day a dog is really there and no one answers his call. Includes a note on the history of the tale.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Raintree 2013
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Rising Reader (Purple), Call number: JBR PURPLE GUIAesop/ Imai, Ayano (ILT)
Summary: Presents a collection of thirteen animal fables first told by the Greek slave Aesop.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Independent Pub Group 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 AESPinkney, Jerry.
Summary: In this wordless retelling of an Aesop fable, an adventuresome mouse proves that even small creatures are capable of great deeds when he rescues the King of the Jungle.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2009
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JEN Caldecott PinkneySantore, Charles
Summary: Enjoy Aesop’s timeless fables, now available as an oversized padded board book! Charles Santore’s beautiful, best-selling illustrations capture the spirit of these classic fables and make these iconic stories leap off the page. This special oversized padded board book is sturdy, with rounded corners—great for little fingers and messes! These classic tales of memorable and adorable creatures...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Applesauce Press 2019
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Summary: In this graphic novel version of Aesop's "The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing", a young wolf desparate to befriend a herd of unicorns decides to knit herself a disguise in hopes that the unicorns will accept her. Includes a classic retelling of the fable, visual questions, and a glossary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Stone Arch Books 2021
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Summary: Illustrations and minimal text relate the familiar fable of the race between a slow tortoise and a quick but foolish hare.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE PINPinkney, Jerry.
Summary: In this wordless retelling of an Aesop fable, an adventuresome mouse proves that even small creatures are capable of great deeds when he rescues the King of the Jungle.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic/Weston Woods 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV LIODePaola, Tomie
Summary: An illustrated collection of poems, fables, and stories for the nursery, with an emphasis on traditional tales.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Putnam 1986
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 DEPFoxe, Steve
Summary: In this graphic novel version of Aesop's "The Goose that Laid the Golden Egg," a young girl named Val helps a wounded (and gassy) goose and is rewarded with golden eggs, but when Val's greedy relatives abuse the goose, they are rewarded with a different type of egg. Includes a classic retelling of the fable, visual questions, and a glossary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Stone Arch Books 2021
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Summary: "No one can stand to be around the hare. He constantly brags that he is the fastest animal in the world, and his boastfulness bothers all the animals in the forest. One day, a tortoise challenges him to a race. When the hare gains a huge lead, he takes a rest. By the time he reaches the finish line, the hare learns that slow and steady wins the race"--P. [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Picture Window Books 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 PIUHenderson, Leah
Summary: A retelling of a tale of bravery against seemingly insurmountable odds and a community working together to overcome adversity, reminding us that no challenge is too great, and that even the smallest of us can make a world of difference. Includes the origins of the folktale and facts about hummingbirds.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams Books for Young Readers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE HENPalatini, Margie.
Summary: Retells the fable of a frustrated fox that, after many tries to reach a high bunch of grapes, decides they must be sour anyway.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE PALAlley, Zoe B.
Summary: As his plans are spoiled over and over again, the wolf keeps trying to find his dinner, in this retelling of five well-known stories and fables.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2008
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC AlleyLoehr, Mallory
Summary: A simple story about a leprechaun--see where he lives, what he likes, and what happens if you catch one.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Golden Book 2021
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2 available in Juvenile Holidays - Springtime Holidays, Call number: JE LOEHennessy, B. G. (Barbara G.)
Summary: A boy tending sheep on a lonely mountainside thinks it a fine joke to cry "wolf" and watch the people come running--and then one day a wolf is really there, but no one answers his call.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 2006
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC HenneStevens, Janet.
Summary: Recounts the race between the boastful hare and the persevering tortoise.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Holiday House 1984
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: JE Fairy StevensThurber, James
Summary: A retelling of the well-known fable in which a tiger declares himself king.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 THUOrgel, Doris.
Summary: Presents twelve brief animal tales with specific morals which are attributed to a wise Greek slave.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley 2000
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Summary: "When Asim moves to a new town, he must save his new teacher when an evil spirit from Guyanese folklore begins to wreak havoc"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House Children's Books 2022