Description
What if Jack wasn't the only one to climb the beanstalk? Raymond Briggs brings a new generation to an old tale with humor, math, and imagination. After discovering a beanstalk growing outside of his window one morning, Jim decides to do what any person in a similar situation would do--he climbs it. At the top he finds the unexpected: a castle and a giant in need of a friend. Children and adults alike will enjoy this fresh take on a classic story. "In what could be called a sure read to success, Raymond Briggs projects a proven favorite into the new generation . . . It is a gigantic delight."--The New York Times "A look at what might have happened if there had been a second trip up the beanstalk . . . Magical."--Publishers Weekly
"A sprightly sequel . . . Silly and engaging with humorous illustrations."--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"A sprightly sequel . . . Silly and engaging with humorous illustrations."--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Title Metadata
Author: |
Briggs, Raymond |
Publisher: |
Puffin Books |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
1997 |
Number of Pages: |
48 |
Dewey: |
FIC |
Dewey Range: |
FIC |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
Interest Age: |
6 |
Accelerated Reader Interest Level: |
Lower Grade |
Accelerated Reader Reading Level: |
3.5 |
Accelerated Reader Point Value: |
0.5 |
Lexile Level: |
560 |
Lexile Range: |
Developing Reader (500 - 799) |
