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Lit for Little Hands: A Midsummer Night's Dream

AUTHOR Skomorokhova, Olga; Shakespeare, William; Jorden, Brooke
PUBLISHER Familius (09/01/2020)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Board Books)
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What fools these mortals be

?--Puck, Act III, Scene 2, 115

Join Bottom the Weaver, Oberon and Titania, and the confused lovers in a series of events so outrageous it must be a dream Filled with interactive wheels and pull-tabs, and lavishly illustrated, Lit for Little Hands: A Midsummer Night's Dream is an unprecedented, fun, entertaining, and stunning kid's introduction to William Shakespeare's beloved classic comedy. Unlike many board books that tackle the classics for kids, Lit for Little Hands tells the actual story in simple, child-friendly prose--here with engaging present-tense narrative to mimic the immediacy of a play. Gorgeous illustrations transport the reader from Athens to the enchanted woods, while tons of interactive elements invite kids to find the magical flower and switch Bottom's human head for a donkey's Fans of the play will be delighted by the book's attention to detail and clever use of original dialogue. And the book's super-sturdy board means everyone can enjoy this outrageous tale over . . . and over . . . and over again

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ISBN-13: 9781641702393
ISBN-10: 1641702397
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 16
Carton Quantity: 24
Product Dimensions: 6.50 x 0.90 x 7.40 inches
Weight: 1.00 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Price on Product, Ikids, Illustrated
Country of Origin: CN
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BISAC Categories
Juvenile Fiction | Classics
Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts - Theater & Musicals
Juvenile Fiction | Interactive Adventures
Grade Level: Preschool - 3rd Grade
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What fools these mortals be

?--Puck, Act III, Scene 2, 115

Join Bottom the Weaver, Oberon and Titania, and the confused lovers in a series of events so outrageous it must be a dream Filled with interactive wheels and pull-tabs, and lavishly illustrated, Lit for Little Hands: A Midsummer Night's Dream is an unprecedented, fun, entertaining, and stunning kid's introduction to William Shakespeare's beloved classic comedy. Unlike many board books that tackle the classics for kids, Lit for Little Hands tells the actual story in simple, child-friendly prose--here with engaging present-tense narrative to mimic the immediacy of a play. Gorgeous illustrations transport the reader from Athens to the enchanted woods, while tons of interactive elements invite kids to find the magical flower and switch Bottom's human head for a donkey's Fans of the play will be delighted by the book's attention to detail and clever use of original dialogue. And the book's super-sturdy board means everyone can enjoy this outrageous tale over . . . and over . . . and over again

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Adapted by: Jorden, Brooke
Brooke earned a BA in English and editing from Brigham Young University. Academically, Brooke's studies focused on film adaptation and fairy tales, and she presented her research at the 2013 PCA/ACA National Conference in Washington, DC. Brooke previously wrote for "Stowaway", a travel magazine, and worked on staff as an editor and senior designer. The author of "The Quotable Mom" and "The Quotable Dad, " Brooke is now a managing editor at Familius. The oldest of seven children and a believer in the importance of family, Brooke is proud to be a part of the Familius family and a proponent of its mission.
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