By Revd Dr Mark Griffiths. Mark Griffiths.
For ages 5 - 11.
Ideal for the classroom, assembly, Sunday School, or catechesis.
48 of the world's greatest stories, retold for reading out loud.
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This inspiring resource contains 48 of the world’s greatest stories
dramatically retold for reading aloud with children aged 5–11. They vary in
length and topic, but all contain important Christian truths. There are a few
Bible stories, but most are taken from classic literature or from folk tales.
Drawing on the rich imaginations of master storytellers throughout the ages
author Mark Griffiths brings their creations vividly to life. He includes three
delightful tales from Oscar Wilde. His retelling of the “Russian Shoemaker” by
Leo Tolstoy is enchanting and a must read for Christmas. There are other more
traditional stories from around the world, such as Antonio the Juggler from Italy
and the tragic tale of Gelert from Wales. Some of the stories are true – the
story of Gladys Aylward who rescued children in China and the delightful tale
of how Amy Carmichael prayed for blue eyes – others tell of wondrous adventure
such as Ruth Sanderson's "The Enchanted Wood" and the delightful
"Hugs and Kisses" contest. There are many, many more. This is a
charming book that will be enjoyed time and again. It will hold the attention
of both children and adults and will lead to fruitful discussions of bigger
themes such as truth, courage and identity.
This inspiring resource contains 48 of the world's greatest stories
dramatically retold for reading aloud with children aged 5-11. They vary in
length and topic, but all contain important Christian truths.
There are a few Bible stories, but most are taken from classic
literature or from folk tales. Drawing on the rich imaginations of master
storytellers throughout the ages author Mark Griffiths brings their creations
vividly to life.
He includes three delightful tales from Oscar Wilde. His retelling of
theRussian Shoemaker by Leo Tolstoy is enchanting and a must read
for Christmas. There are other more traditional stories from around the world,
such as Antonio the Juggler from Italy and the tragic tale of Gelert
from Wales. Some of the stories are true - the story of Gladys
Aylward who rescued children in China and the delightful tale of how
Amy Carmichael prayed for blue eyes - others tell of wondrous adventure such as
Ruth Sanderson's The Enchanted Wood and the delightful Hugs
and Kissescontest.There are many, many more.
This is a charming book that will be enjoyed time and again. It will
hold the attention of both children and adults and will lead to fruitful
discussions of bigger themes such as truth, courage and identity.
Paperback/ 224 pages/ 17.2 x 23.4 cm / published 2014.
