The Three Billy Goats Gruff by Jerry Pinkney -ESSENTIAL

Pinkney, Jerry The Three Billy Goats Gruff, 20 pages. Little Brown, 2017.  $18. PICTURE BOOK. 978-0316341578

This is a fairly traditional re-telling of this Norwegian folktale. The three goats try to cross a bridge in order to reach greener pastures, but a nasty hungry troll guards the way. The ending is changed from the traditional story -now the troll learns a valuable lesson indeed and may even make a change for the better. Illustrations are also by the author.

I LOVED this book! It’s a fantastic re-telling! The illustrations are incredible, with a variety of stunning perspectives and adorable goats. I loved the liberties Pinkney took with the ending. This is a great addition for your fairytale and folktales collection. I would add this book to my library in a heartbeat.  

EL(K-3) – ESSENTIAL.  Stephanie Elementary School Librarian & Author