Shirley Barber's Classic Collection includes the most popular stories represented with new cover designs. These have been released to celebrate the 15 year relationship with Shirley Barber and The Five Mile Press.
Classic Storybook CollectionSeries
This collection presents timeless storybook tales that have enchanted generations of readers. Each volume features carefully selected classic fairy tales filled with magic, adventure, and wisdom. The series is perfect for young children discovering the joy of reading and for parents eager to share beloved narratives with their little ones. It serves as a wonderful introduction to the world of classic children's literature.
Recommended Reading Order
VISIT TO FAIRYLAND
- 24 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Are there fairies at the bottom of the garden? Laura thinks so—she has seen a little green door at the base of the willow tree, and thinks fairies might live on the other side. So she and her brother Daniel wait by the door, and sure enough, some fairies come out to greet them. Then they take them through to the other side, and so being Laura and Daniel’s adventures in Fairyland. Exquisitely detailed illustrations and an engaging story will delight children for hours on end.
Two princes, each an heir to a faerie kingdom, set off to find two faerie brides. Before long, they meet two lovely princesses and believe their search is over.
To ensure good luck, the fairies need a mortal to attend the fairy princess' wedding and so they befriend Sarah Jane and take her to Fairyland.
A Visit to Fairyland
- 24 pages
- 1 hour of reading
The enchanting tale follows Laura, who discovers a mysterious green door at the base of a willow tree, sparking her belief in fairies. Along with her brother Daniel, they patiently await the fairies' arrival, leading to an invitation into the magical realm of Fairyland. The story is brought to life with exquisite illustrations by Shirley Barber and features a captivating 3-D lenticular on the cover, enhancing the whimsical experience of their adventures.
One day, Annie Tibbet and Little Dog Bozo ran under a shimmering rainbow to fetch a pot of gold. They had forgotten all about how rainbows could be dangerous! They shrunk in size and grew fairy wings, then joined the realm of fairy folk who lived beyond the rainbow . . . This beautifully illustrated tale is a Shirley Barber classic.