Pinocchio : My First Reading Book Hardback

"My First Reading Book" is an illustrated first reading series for ages 3 to 5.

Janet Brown's fresh and lively storyline is designed to appeal to youngsters, with appropriate vocabulary for those who are learning to read by themselves.

It features interactive pages and an odd-one-out puzzle at the back of the book that encourage literacy and observation.

It is an enchanting retelling of a timeless fairy tale, with bright and imaginative paintings by Ken Morton.

Gepetto the woodcarver longs to have a son. One day, he makes himself a wooden puppet in the shape of a boy, which he calls Pinocchio.

That night, while Gepetto is sleeping, a fairy brings Pinocchio to life.

He is still made from wood, but the fairy promises that he can become a boy if he remains honest, brave and unselfish.

Will Pinocchio succeed...? This classic story is retold for a new generation. It is illustrated with engaging images throughout, and uses simple vocabulary and familiar language that children can easily follow and enjoy.