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Description
After Jill plants some magic seeds, a huge beanstalk appears and she happens upon a giant's castle.
Quick Summary
This fresh take on the classic fairy tale spins a girl-powered adventure where Jill discovers that planting magic seeds leads to an enormous beanstalk and a mysterious giant's castle waiting at the top. Kids will root for brave Jill as she climbs into the clouds and encounters The Wonder Team and the Forgotten Footballers and danger of a giant's world, with short sentences and playful language that make it impossible to put down. If your kid loves "The True Story of The Three Billy Goats Gruff Little Pigs" or other funny fairy tale retellings, they'll adore this magical twist on Jack and the Beanstalk. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders reading at a first to second grade level who want a quick, exciting read.