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Description
In this modern version of "Jack and the Beanstalk," Jack trades his bike for some magic beans and climbs the beanstalk to the apartment of Mr. Briareus, a large man with a magic chicken and a singing harp.
Quick Summary
This modern retelling swaps the traditional castle for a sky-high apartment where a giant named Mr. Briareus keeps company with a wise-cracking chicken and a musically gifted harp, turning a familiar tale into something unexpectedly hilarious. Kids will fall for the absurd humor and the heartwarming friendship that develops between Jack and his oversized, unlikely roommates. Perfect for readers who devour "The Wonder of Bison Wild Horsesful Wizard of Oz" or any book that gives classic stories a fresh, wacky spin. Ideal for kids in grades 4 through 6 who love humor, magic, and stories that turn the ordinary upside down.