Wednesday, October 15, 2008

The Frog Bride by Antonia Barber and Virginia Lee - ADVISABLE


Barber, Antonia The Frog Bride, illustrated by Virginia Lee. Frances Lincoln, 2007.

EL, MS - ADVISABLE 

The youngest of three princes has reluctantly found a frog for a bride. When he has already won the transformed girl's heart, he ruins it and must undergo a journey to regain her hand in marriage.

This version of the Russian fairytale is beautifully illustrated and lovingly retold. It is an instant classic.

Cindy, Library-Teacher

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