Tomie Depaola's Favorite Nursery Tales by dePaola, Tomie

Discover Tomie dePaola's versions of well-known poems, fables, and stories featuring his beloved style and wit, sure to delight young readers and older fans alike.

With Tomie's signature wry humor and winking charm, this collection of retellings is a beautifully illustrated ode to favorite childhood stories like The Three Bears, The Billy Goats Gruff, Rumpelstiltskin, and classic fairytales from Hans Christian Anderson and the Brothers Grimm. Tomie's rich, vibrant art is given a modern redesign with bright pops of color and a fresh new look for this re-release of the classic storybook.

Author: Tomie dePaola
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published: 03/01/2022
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.85lbs
Size: 11.40h x 9.00w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781534494831
Audience: Ages 9-12

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/25/2022 pg. 1

About the Author
Tomie dePaola (1934-2020) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than 270 books for young readers, including the children's classic Strega Nona. He was the recipient of the Newbery Honor, Caldecott Honor, and the 2011 Children's Literature Legacy Award for "significant and lasting contribution to children's literature." A native of Connecticut, Mr. dePaola studied at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and spent much of his life in New London, New Hampshire. Visit his work online at Tomie.com.