Bernadette Watts Knihy

A gorgeously illustrated edition of Aesop's classic fable, The Tortoise and the Hare.A classic reenvisioned and retold by Bernadette Watts—one of Europe’s most recognized and beloved fairy-tale artists! When Tortoise says to Hare, “I bet I can beat you in a running race!” everyone laughs. Tortoise puts one foot in front of the next. Hare stops to nibble carrot tops and cabbages. . . . Who will have the last laugh? “The Hare and the Tortoise” has been a favorite with generations of children around the world. Bernadette Watts’s lovable animals and sumptuous settings bring great warmth and charm to this timeless tale. Little listeners will celebrate anew with all the animals at the finish line!

"Varenka lives contently in her cottage in the woods, until passersby warn her that war has broken out. Pack up a bundle and come along with us. But Varenka can't leave. Who will care for the children who wander and get lost in the forest? Who will shelter the animals and feed the birds when winter comes? Soon, Varenka shelters a young artist, an old farmer and his goat, and a lost child. And each night she prays for a wall to be built around her house to protect her from the soldiers who draw nearer with each passing day. Things seem dire until Varenka notices a gentle sound all around the house. Snow. Could it be enough to save them?"-- Provided by publisher

In a park, Franz meets Saskia and her mother, who is upset about her lost doll. To comfort her, Franz invents a story that the doll is on a trip and will write soon. Over the weeks, he sends letters from distant places. Inspired by a Kafka anecdote, Bernadette crafts a warm tale that follows the characters through seasons and various locations.

Eight heartwarming classic tales for the Christmas season—illustrated by Bernadette Watts--in one beautiful volume.A beautiful Christmas collection that includes The Smallest Snowflake, The Little Drummer Boy, Shoemaker Martin, The Star Child, The Snow Queen, The Little Donkey, The Christmas Story, and Varenka, this collection of stories will get you in the Christmas spirit.“Watts’ watercolors overlaid with crayon-like texture are appealing and rustic.” —School Library JournalPraise for Little Red Riding Hood (illustrated by Bernadette Watts) “My what big talent she has! The old is new again here, and this is a welcome addition to the fairy-tale shelf.” —Kirkus Reviews“A master in choosing a palette to fit each story.” —Eric Carle

A lost and lonely snowflake longs for a home, and while her snowflake friends journey to far off destinations, she finds her place in life as the inspiration for an artist.

"First published in Switzerland under the title Hans Millerman."

The well-known story which shows how help can sometimes come from unexpected sources.

The story explores Isobel's curiosity and the consequences of her actions when she takes a small golden plate from her best friend's dollhouse. As she tries to incorporate it into her own handmade dollhouse, she grapples with feelings of guilt and the realization that the plate doesn’t fit in as she hoped. This narrative delves into themes of friendship, responsibility, and the moral dilemmas children face in their interactions with peers.

Výbor nejoblíbenějších pohádek německých sběratelů, bohatě ilustrovaný Anastassijou Archipovou, zahrnuje sedmnáct klasických příběhů z této sbírky, již po celé generace známých i českým čtenářům. Jsou to mimo jiné Popelka, Kocour v botách, Sněhurka, Sedmero krkavců, Husopaska, Brémští muzikanti, Červená Karkulka, Paní Zima či Šípková Růženka, ale i ty méně známé – Zlatá husa, Dvanáct lovců nebo Žabí král aneb Železný Jindřich.

Začtěte se do známého příběhu o Sněhurce, která se díky úkladům žárlivé macechy ocitla v hlubokém lese kde se jí ujali dobrotiví trpaslíci. Slavnou pohádku bratří Grimmů převyprávěla a osobitým způsobem ilustrovala Francesca Cosanti.