Kids fairytale books

16 Fairy Tale Books for Kids

Fairy tales are fun to share and have tons of curriculum possibilities, so it’s no wonder fairy tale books for kids are fixtures in most elementary classrooms. If you’re looking to add some fun new options to your collection—especially to improve representation—check out this list of some of our less-conventional favorites.

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Fairy Tale Books For Kids

1. Once Upon a World series by various authors

This series of fairy tale board books for kids is a must-have for Pre-K, and we even love them for elementary school. They distill classic stories down to a few words and bring them to life with multicultural illustrations. A Caribbean Little Mermaid, Indian Rapunzel, and Japanese Snow White? Yes, please!

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Little Red wants to enter the forest ice skating competition, but she needs a partner. The one she finds has unexpected features: sharp teeth, big ears, and lots of fur! Lots of other familiar characters make appearances, too. This fairy tale mash-up is a read aloud crowd-pleaser.

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3. The Three Ninja Pigs by Corey Rosen Schwartz

We never tire of this martial arts-inspired rendition of the porcine classic. The three pigs decide they’ve had enough of the wolf’s bullying ways and prepare themselves at the dojo. This is tons of fun to read aloud and gives classes new themes to discuss. Check out Ninja Red Riding Hood and Hensel and Gretel: Ninja Chicks, too.

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4. Little Red and the Very Hungry Lion by Alex T. Smith

Little Red heads out to take baked goods and medicine to her Auntie Rosie. A lion tries to thwart her plans, but Little Red is one smart niece. We love the fun twists on the classic tale and nods to African culture and setting.

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5. Rapunzel by Bethan Woollvin

If you’re looking for fairy tale books for kids that challenge the characterizations of the originals, you’ll want Bethan Woollvin’s titles. In her version, Rapunzel is smart and brave and won’t let the witch get the best of her. Great for story element compare and contrast lessons. Also check out Little Red and Hansel and Gretel.

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6. La Princesa and the Pea by Susan Middleton Elya

This familiar story gets updated with Peruvian influences and Spanish language included throughout. The ending is fun to compare with the classic version.

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This creative retelling imagines what would happen if characters from two tales intersected. It’s fun to read as a follow-up to the traditional versions of “Red Riding Hood” and “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” This one also gets students thinking about how villains have feelings—great for empathy discussions.

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8. Goldilocks and the Three Engineers by Sue Fliess

Goldilocks the inventor gets stuck, so she uses a great strategy: She takes a walk. Who shows up in her absence? Three STEM-minded bears, of course! Kids love this imaginative retelling.

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9. Reading Beauty by Deborah Underwood

Strong and smart space princess Lex has to reverse an evil fairy’s curse to bring books back to her kingdom. Also check out Interstellar Cinderella by the same author.

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10. Prince & Knight by Daniel Haack

This title and the next two help add much-needed LGBTQIA+ representation to this genre. A Prince isn’t interested in marrying any of the princesses his parents introduce to him. When a dragon threatens his kingdom, a brave knight catches his attention.

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11. Maiden & Princess by Daniel Haack

A maiden isn’t excited about going to a prince’s royal ball. She ends up attending anyway, and it turns out to be the prince’s sister with whom she has a special connection. The illustrations are diverse all around, with various skin tones and body types. Hooray!

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12. Cinderelliot: A Scrumptious Fairytale by Mark Ceilley and Rachel Smoka-Richardson

We adore this retelling both for its LGBTQIA+ representation and its fun baking-themed twists. Prince Samuel hosts a bake-off to find his next royal baker. Cinderelliot ends up baking his way into the prince’s heart.

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13. The Poisoned Apple: A Fractured Fairy Tale by Anne Lambelet

An evil witch tries to pass off a poisoned apple to a princess in this fractured version of “Snow White.” What the witch thought would be a simple plot turns into a funny forest escapade. This is a fun title to read aloud to a group and ask students to predict how all the antics will turn out.

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14. Endlessly Ever After: Pick Your Path to Countless Fairy Tale Endings by Laurel Snyder

What if YOU got to decide how the fairy tale goes? This choose-your-own-adventure-style tale lets readers choose the actions in a host of familiar situations.

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15. Once Upon a Fairy Tale series by Anna Staniszewski

These Scholastic Branches titles are perfect fairy tale books for early elementary kids to enjoy on their own. Kara and Zed have enchanted adventures that include many elements from classic tales—think magic mirrors, missing slippers, and an evil queen.

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16. Fairy Tale Feasts series by Jane Yolen and various authors

These fairy tale books for kids add a new way to explore favorite stories: through food! The original title includes familiar tales like “Snow White” and “Hansel and Gretel,” plus recipes to match. Other titles share tales and dishes from different cultures.

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There are so many great fairy tale books for kids out there! Did we miss your favorite? Let us know in the comments!

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12 of the Best Fairytale Books for Kids: Collections and Anthologies

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Fairytales have appealed to kids for generations. It makes sense! The stories are filled with magic and mayhem, trickery and narrow escapes, lessons, and close calls. The best fairytale books both help kids learn important lessons but also spark curiosity in what’s possible. Whether they are retellings of classics or brand new fairytales for an age more recognizable to kids today, there’s a lot to be learned from fairytales. Luckily for us, the love of fables hasn’t seemed to be lost. If anything, it’s only increased with access to new methods of storytelling.

If you and your kids are looking for some great fairytale books, collections, and anthologies, you’ve come to the right place. Below is a list of some of the best collections and anthologies for kids out now. You may recognize some, while others are completely new! And don’t worry! While this list is specifically dedicated to books and collections for kids, all ages can enjoy a good fairytale from time to time.

Please enjoy this list of 15 of the best fairytale collections for kids! (Or adults!)

Brick Fairy Tales by John D. McCann

The perfect collection for the young LEGO fan! This collection features classic stories like Cinderella, Snow White, and Hansel and Gretel, all told with LEGOs. This fun twist on classic tales is great for new and skeptical readers. Complete with fun pictures to accompany the 13 tales, this is sure to be a bedtime hit!

Once Upon a Time/Habia una vez: Traditional Latin American Tales by Rueben Matinez

A bilingual (English/Spanish) collection of seven fairytales from Latin America. These stories, set mostly in Spain, tell the classic stories of Knights and Giants, Magic and Princesses, Castles and Dragons. These classic tales are rewritten for a younger generation and are perfect for young readers.

Fairy Tale Comics Edited by Chris Duffy

A lovely collection of fairytales by your favorite children’s comics are compiled in this visually stunning collection. Perfect for the young comic book reader in your life, this collection is a fresh take on the classics. Included are Jamie Hernandez’s take on Hansel and Gretel and Brett Helquist’s version of Rumplestiltskin. There’s a lot to love about this collection.

Nelson Mandela’s Favorite African Folktales by Nelson Mandela

A collection of favorites from the beloved activist, this anthology is brimming with vibrant storytelling. Featuring stories from all over the continent of Africa, this is a wonderful book. With fascinating characters and beautiful creation myths, this collection of 32 stories will truly transport you. There is even an audiobook that’s brimming with any much-loved voices including LeVar Burton.

Girls, Giants, and Goddesses: Tales of Heroines from Around the World by Lari Don

Featuring stories of bravery from girls all over the world, this collection is perfect for the young heroine in your life. With 11 stories to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Each tale is full of strength and determination, but also kindness and magic. A great collection for any age.

Red Ridin’ in the Hood and Other Cuentos by Patricia Santos Marcantonio

This collection takes well-loved classic western fairytales and places them in Latin American settings. This twist on the classics adds Latine culture and leads to some truly unforgettable retellings. These 11 tales feature retellings of Little Red Riding Hood, Orpheus and Eurydice, and many many more!

The Happy Prince and Other Stories by Oscar Wilde

While best known for his plays and other adult literary contributions, Oscar Wilde was also a fantastic children’s author. With stories that are both familiar and brand new, this collection is poetry for all ages. This collection hosts fantastic characters like the happy prince who isn’t actually that happy, a selfish giant, and a star child. Each of the five stories in this collection is an absolute delight.

Blackberry Blue: And Other Fairy Tales by Jamila Gavin

These six original stories are full of magic, mischief, and discovery. Each story is utterly transportive and it won’t be long before these tales enter the classic fairytale canon. The title story, in particular, is the perfect example of perseverance and determination. Perfect for new readers to read on their own, or for read aloud sessions, Blackberry Blue and Other Fairy Tales is a must-have for fairytale lovers of all ages.

Tatterhood: Feminist Folktales from Around the World by Ehtel Johnston Phelps

A collection brimming with 25 classic fairytales is perfect for new and avid readers alike. With stories from all over the world gathered into one great big book, each tale is unique and lovely. In addition to the fantastic collection, the art in this book is bright, intricate, and beautiful. Even children who can’t quite read yet will still be engaged by the artwork that accompanies each story. This is a collection for the ages.

Filipino Children’s Favorite Stories: Fables, Myths and Fairy Tales by Liana Romulo

With 13 unique stories, this is a fantastic collection for children. Each story is funny and thoughtful offering insight into questions like Why do mosquitos buzz around our ears? Perfect for ages 6 to 10, this collection shares the best of the best Filipino fairytales.

Beasts and Beauty by Soman Chainani

A collection of 12 tales, this anthology is sure to have something for everyone. These classic tales are retold for young readers in new and engaging ways that will surprise and delight them. With twists on classics like Hansel and Gretel and Red Riding Hood, Beasts and Beauty is one of the best collections to come out in recent years. Beloved author Soman Chainani has created a masterful collection of retellings.

The Girl Who Married The Moon by Joseph Bruchac

A collection of Native American coming-of-age folktales, The Girl Who Married the Moon focuses on the stories of young girls. Both engaging and empowering, this collection is fantastic for the young girls in your life who are trying to find their place in the world. Full of magic, joy, triumph, and adventure, this is a collection with something for everyone.

There are so many more great collections to choose from, but this is at least a good start. (Find even more in our list of fairytale retellings!) Fantastic collections like the ones listed above are being published every year. At the end of the day kids (and adults) just love to escape into a fairytale.

Fairy tales for children to read. 1500 fairy tales with pictures online.

The tale about Kolobok is found in Russian and Ukrainian folklore, and also has analogues in the tales of many other peoples. Our site presents a version of a folk tale in the processing of A.N. Tolstoy. “Gingerbread Man” read Once upon a time there was an old man with an old woman. Here…

A fairy tale about three brothers-piglets who built houses for themselves. One brother built a house out of straw, another out of twigs and twigs, and a third out of bricks. “Three little pigs” read Once upon a time there were three little pigs in the world. Three brothers. All…

Recently, scientists discovered that there are naughty children in the world who do everything the other way around. They are given useful advice: "Wash in the morning" - they take and do not wash. They are told: "Hello to each other" - they are here ...

A short tale about a trusting girl and a cunning gray wolf. Disobeying her mother, the girl turns off the road and talks to a stranger - a gray wolf ... "Little Red Riding Hood" read Once upon a time there was a little girl. Her mother loved her without memory, and her grandmother ...

Kitten named Woof - a series of short stories about the adventures of the kitten Woof and his friend Sharik the puppy. Ridiculous situations constantly happen to Gav, as soon as he goes out into the yard. Together with his friend, he manages...

A tale about a cowardly hippopotamus who ran away from the clinic because he was afraid of vaccinations. And he got jaundice. Fortunately, he was taken to the hospital and cured. And the hippopotamus felt very ashamed of his behavior… “About the Behemoth who was afraid…

The turnip is a famous fairy tale for the little ones with a large number of repetitions. The child quickly remembers the sequence of presentation and a simple plot. "Turnip" read Grandfather planted a turnip and says: - Grow a turnip, sweet, sweet! Grow big, big! A turnip has grown, sweet and big, big….

A tale about a hedgehog, a hare and a crow who could not share the last apple among themselves. Everyone wanted to own it. But the fair bear judged their dispute, and each got a piece of delicacy ... "Apple" read It was late ...

Teremok is a short fairy tale for kids about a house that sheltered many animals. However, the tower could not accommodate a huge bear and broke. "Teremok" read There is a teremok in the field. A mouse runs past. She saw the teremok, stopped and asked: —…

A story about one serious and independent boy, whose name was Uncle Fyodor and his friends: the cat Matroskin and the dog Sharik. Uncle Fyodor's mother did not like animals very much and did not want to start them. To live with a cat…

A story about animals and a young Troubadour who went to the city of Bremen to become street musicians. In the city they stopped in front of the royal castle. The king and the princess came out onto the balcony of the palace, the townspeople came running to the square and it began…

The tale about the Hedgehog, how he walked at night and got lost in the fog. He fell into the river, but someone carried him to the shore. It was a magical night! "Hedgehog in the Fog" read In the evenings, the Hedgehog went to the Bear Cub in ...

A short story about the baby and the prankster Carlson adapted by B. Larin for children. "Kid and Carlson" read This story actually happened. But, of course, it happened far away from you and me - in Swedish ...

PERSONS Cat; Two kittens; Cat Vasily; Rooks; Goat; Beavers; Goat; Pigs; Rooster; Ram; Chicken; Sheep; Pig; Narrator. Chorus Beam-bom! Tili-bom! Outside is a tall building. Carved shutters, Painted windows. And on the stairs there is a carpet…

A small fairy tale for the little ones about three restless kittens and their funny adventures. Small children love short stories with pictures, which is why Suteev's fairy tales are so popular and loved! "Three kittens" read Three kittens - black, gray and ...

A fairy tale about a wooden boy carved from a log by Carlo's father, his adventures in the theater of Karabas Barabas, meeting with scoundrels Alice the Fox and Basilio the Cat, Malvina and Artemon the poodle, Tortila the turtle and Duremar. "Pinocchio" to read to the Joiner...

A fairy tale about a girl Zhenya, who was presented with a magic seven-color flower. It had seven petals and could grant any seven wishes. Zhenya spent the first six wishes, but did not receive any pleasure and only made her last wish ...

A funny story about how a parrot taught a monkey to do exercises. And then the monkey began to teach her friends different exercises. But it turned out that not everyone can repeat simple exercises. Therefore, everyone needs a personal charge! “Charging…

The Snow Queen is one of Hans Christian Andersen's most famous fairy tales about love, which can overcome any test and melt even an icy heart! "The Snow Queen" read The first story, which tells about the mirror and its ...

A fairy tale about a baby mammoth that melted out of the ice and went looking for its mother. But all mammoths died out long ago, and the wise Uncle Walrus advised him to sail to Africa, where elephants live, which are very similar to mammoths. Read your favorite…

This section of our site presents Russian folk tales with vivid illustrations, as well as a selection of fairy tales by foreign and Russian authors: Andersen, the Brothers Grimm, Perrault, Pushkin, Tolstoy, Suteev and many others. The site is constantly updated with new authors and works.

For your convenience, we have written a brief description of each fairy tale and developed a system of labels (tags). Thanks to them, you can easily pick up fairy tales according to age and preferences. To quickly find the desired author, use the menu. Happy reading :)

Fairy tales for children are one of the very first literary works that young readers get acquainted with. The roots of these stories go far into antiquity, but they do not lose their relevance today. Children believe in magic, in reincarnation, in the victory of good over evil, in the existence of good wizards, and it is children's fairy tales that give rise to this belief - pure, naive, bright, at the same time instructive and educating. Most often, animals are the main characters, so popular works also instill love for our smaller brothers.
The site mishka-knizhka.ru contains a fabulous collection - a real magical wealth for the children of domestic and foreign authors, Russian folk tales and tales of the peoples of the world, illustrated and printed without abbreviations. Through such works, kids get to know the world and learn to distinguish good from bad, highlight the positive and negative qualities of a person, form their correct position in life. They learn the rules of conduct, the way of life of their own and other countries. The benefits of a children's fairy tale can hardly be overestimated, and the huge variety and popularity is a direct confirmation of this. The whole section is completely at your service, so you won’t have to look for a long time what to read with your child. A convenient online format will allow you to use the site, read with your child anytime and anywhere, even if you are in transport or waiting in line. Spend time with benefit, plunging into the world of unique reincarnations.
Reading is an important stage of learning. At an early age, children can listen to adults and look at illustrations, imagining unprecedented colorful pictures, empathizing with the characters, trying to find clues, draw logical chains and draw conclusions. Looking at the pictures, the child is transferred to a magical world and imagines himself as a part of what is happening. We have selected the brightest and kindest illustrations that will appeal to both children and adults.
Reading fairy tales will definitely benefit. Looking at our site, you will see a huge variety of works, among which there are sure to be the most beloved and interesting for the child. Every evening you can choose any, listen and fall asleep with a good mood and positive emotions. Over time, the baby himself will certainly begin to compose and tell fairy tales, this will allow him to develop his vocabulary and mental activity to the maximum. The longer a person reads fairy tales, the more he will remain a child, see everything in a rainbow light, believe in a better future and treat people kindly.

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What to read to a child in 3-4 years? List of books for children 3-4 years old - Kids Russian Books

When a child turns 3-4 years old, it's time to move from reading short fairy tales and poems to more complex and long works. Visual images at this age still play a key role in the perception of the story, so it is important that the illustrations in the books are bright, of high quality and easy to understand.

Today's bookstores have a large selection of children's books, and it can be difficult to choose. Our selection of books for children 3-4 years old is a cheat sheet for parents who want to pick up books by age. The list includes kind, instructive, time-tested fairy tales, poems, stories and novels, the reading of which will definitely give the child pleasure and benefit.

THE BEST FAIRY TALES FOR CHILDREN 3-4 YEARS OLD

At the age of 3-4, fairy tales still play the most important role in the development of the child. If your child is already three years old, it's time to move from short fairy tales with a simple plot to more complex fairy tales. In addition to Russian folk tales, you can add fairy tales from the peoples of the world to your reading list - this is a great way to start your child's acquaintance with other cultures.

Russian folk tales for children 3-4 years old:

• The Frog Princess
• Vasilisa the Beautiful
• By pike command
• Marya Morevna
• Sivka-Burka
• Finist - Clear Falcon
• White duck
• Ivan Tsarevich and the Gray Wolf
• Sister Alyonushka and brother Ivanushka
• Ilya Muromets and the Nightingale the Robber
• Princess Nesmeyana
• Flying ship
• Elena Wise
• Dawn, Evening and Midnight
• Tale of a silver saucer and a pouring apple
• Vasilisa the Beautiful
• Koschei the Deathless

Tales of the peoples of the world for children 3-4 children:

• Forty brothers and one sister - Bulgarian folk tale
• The blonde princess - Swedish folk tale
• Magic ring - French folk tale
• The Goat Princess - Norwegian Folktale
• The fisherman and the princess - Japanese folk tale
• Goldilocks - Czech fairy tale
• Magic ring - Italian fairy tale
• Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves - Arabic folk tale
• Jack and the beanstalk - English folk tale
• The shepherdess and the white wolf - Spanish folk tale
• About the miracle tree, the dancing stream and the true bird - Austrian folk tale
• The bear and the trolls from Dovre - Danish folk tale
• About the wise old man's chest - Tibetan folk tale

Tales of Russian writers for children 3-4 years old:

• Vvedensky A. - Meow
• Garshin V. - Frog traveler
• Dal V. - Snow Maiden girl
• Ershov P . - The Little Humpbacked Horse
• Ivanov A. - Adventures of Khoma and Gopher
• Stone G. - Adventures of an old doll
• Kataev V.
• Kozlov S. - Hedgehog in the fog, Tryam, hello!
• Lebedeva G. - How Masha quarreled with a pillow
• Mamin-Sibiryak D. - Gray Neck, Parable of milk, Alyonushka's fairy tales
• Marshak S. - The Tale of the Silly Mouse, The Tale of the Smart Mouse,
• Moshkovskaya E. - Who is the kindest?
• Auster G. - Kitten named Woof, Baby Garland
• Pushkin A. - The Tale of the Fisherman and the Fish
• Suteev V. - Under the mushroom, Apple, Rooster and paints, Three kittens, Lifesaver, About a hippopotamus who was afraid of vaccinations, A bag of apples
• Thai Y. - Santa Claus
• Tsyferov G. - A train from Romashkovo, Like a frog looking for dad, An elephant lived in the world
• Yakovlev Yu. - Umka