 A young boy named Jack trades his cow for magical beans, leading him to a giant beanstalk that reaches the clouds. As Jack climbs the beanstalk, he discovers a giant’s castle filled with treasures and challenges. Rosen’s engaging and rhythmic writing style brings a fresh energy to this classic tale, making it accessible and entertaining for young readers. The vibrant illustrations complement the narrative beautifully, capturing the whimsy and adventure of Jack’s journey with bold colors and dynamic scenes. |
| Title: Jack And The Beanstalk Author: Michael Rosen Illustrator: Talleen Hacikyan Publisher: Tradewind Books, Vancouver Copyright: 2025 Original Language: English ISBN: 978-1926890425 Hardcover pages: 32 Age range: 3-5 Genre: Picture Book, Fairy Tale Author’s ethnicity: British Author’s residence: London Illustrator’s residence: Montreal, Quebec Awards: The Author was the 2007 – 2009 British Poet Laureate Subjects: Beanstalks, Castle, Cow, Fables, Folktales, Giant, Magic beans, Opportunity, Poverty |
Jack And The Beanstalk
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