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Jan 01, 1998 | ISBN 9780140563665 | 5-8 years Buy *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program
Sep 30, 1988 | ISBN 9780803705425 | 4-8 years Buy
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Jan 01, 1998 | ISBN 9780140563665 | 5-8 years
Sep 30, 1988 | ISBN 9780803705425 | 4-8 years
“What a sweet child,” says a newcomer in town about Goldilocks. “That’s what you think,” a neighbor replies. For Goldilocks is one of those naughty little girls who does exactly as she pleases, even if that means sampling the three bears’ porridge, breaking Baby Bear’s chair, and sleeping in his bed. James Marshall’s offbeat and inventive telling of this familiar tale will enchant readers, young and old.”A delightfully irreverent retelling of an old favorite is illustrated with delicious humor and contemporary touches.” —Booklist, starred review
“With the same delightfully irreverent spirit that he brought to his retellings of Little Red Riding Hood, Marshall enlivens another favorite. . . . The illustrations are fraught with delicious humor and detail. Like its predecessor, perfect for several uses, from picture book hour to beginning reading.”–Kirkus Reviews. Caldecott Honor Medal.
James Marshall was born in San Antonio, Texas, and grew up 16 miles outside of the town on the family farm. He graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a degree in history and French. He is best known for… More about James Marshall
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