The House in the Forest

by Janet Foxley

Published 14 January 2013
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Hansel and Gretel are poor, so they have to travel through the forest to find work for their father. On the way, they meet a kind old lady asking for help. But does she have other plans? Marking the 200th anniversary of the Grimm Brothers’ first book, Janet Foxley’s wonderful retelling of this classic story is beautifully illustrated by Keino.

  • Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.
  • Text type: A retelling of a traditional tale.
  • Curriculum links: Citizenship.
  • This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

Ruby-Rose

by Janet Foxley

Published 21 September 2015
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Janet Foxley spins a new take on the familiar classic, Little Red Riding Hood. Be prepared for some unexpected twists and turns as Ruby-Rose sets out into the forest with a basket of food for her grandmother, and as the light fades and things get peculiar, this ripping retelling feels more menacing than ever before!

  • Ruby/Band 14 books give increasing opportunities for children to develop their skills of inference and deduction.
  • This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.