With text and images interacting to help develop visual literacy, this series presents well-known children's stories retold by top authors and illustrators.

When Jack swaps his cow for some magic beans, his life changes forever...

A beautifully illustrated retelling of this favourite traditional story. Join Jack's adventures to the top of beanstalk and back again!

Must Know Stories includes favourite tales, celebrating the diversity of our literary heritage. Level 1 stories are told in under 500 words, for children to read independently.


"Oh grandmother, what big ears you have!"

A beautifully illustrated retelling of this favourite traditional story. Join Little Red Riding Hood at her grandmother's house - how will they escape the big bad wolf?

Must Know Stories includes favourite tales, celebrating the diversity of our literary heritage. Level 1 stories are told in under 500 words, for children to read independently.


The Three Little Pigs

by Maggie Moore

Published 26 July 2001

"Little pig, little pig, let me in!"

A beautifully illustrated retelling of this favourite traditional story. Join in the refrains and watch as the clever little pig outwits the big, bad wolf.

Must Know Stories includes favourite tales, celebrating the diversity of our literary heritage. Level 1 stories are told in under 500 words, for children to read independently.