Stimpson, Colin, Jack and the Baked Bean Stalk 40 pgs. Templar, 2012. $12.41. (Rating: G)
A satirical re-told
version of the much loved tale of Jack and the Bean Stalk. Jack and his mom run
a cute and popular café, but when the business hits a snag –well, they are
broke. When Jack comes home with a can of magical baked beans, his mom has a
fit, but Jack believes in the possibility of magic. What Jack sees when he wakes up reminds him of a
certain story his knows. Will he find the treasure needed to save his
family business?
Stunning, top
notch illustrations!I am a big fan of re-tellings, and this one
was fantastic! Students will relate to the updated city setting and
love that Jack’s loyal dog comes with him on the adventure. I think students
will also like that Jack acknowledges that he knows the story of Jack and the
Beanstalk –what a great twist!
EL –ESSENTIAL Reviewer:
Stephanie School Librarian & Author.
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