Hans Christian Andersen's much-loved fairy tales have been an integral part of our childhood for 150 years. This volume will introduce “Thumbelina” and other classic stories to a new generation of children. The tales are brought to life with Alida Massari's wonderful original artwork and retold in a manner that will engage very young readers and instill in them a love for storytelling, the power of imagination, and the past. Perfect for bedtime reading! The stories included are: • Thumbelina • The Fir Tree • The Emperor’s New Clothes • The Princess and the Pea • The Red Shoes • The Shadow • The Nightingale • Silly Jack