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Description
In this fresh take on a classic fairy tale, Snow White is tired of being treated like a servant by the dwarfs and decides to teach them a lesson. She pretends to eat a poisoned apple, creating a ruse that will reveal what they really think of her. The story follows the dwarfs' reactions as they scramble to help their "fallen" friend, and Snow White watches to see if their concern is genuine. Illustrated by Andy Rowland.
Quick Summary
If your little reader loves a good fairy-tale mash-up, Snow White Sees the Light is a short, funny spin on the classic that will have them giggling from page one. Snow White gets fed up when the dwarfs keep treating her unfairly, so she cooks up a mischievous plan pretending to eat a poisoned apple to see how they really feel about her, and the dwarfs' panicked reactions become the real comic payoff. The story moves quickly at just 364 words, making it perfect for early readers who want a story they can finish in one sitting, and the bright, cartoon-style pictures by Andy Rowland keep the tone light even when things get a little spooky. Parents will appreciate that the book gently explores themes of fairness and being valued, without being preachy, while kids who like a bit of suspense will enjoy the harmless "danger" of the apple trick. If your child enjoys clever retellings like The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, this one is a great next pick.