(3) K-3 Retold by Amy Ehrlich. Illustrated by Susan Jeffers. Here's a handsomely designed version (slightly updated) of the favorite tale by an illustrator who draws and paints with equal artistry and skill. With superb use of color, the dramatic action is shown chiefly in half-page pictures, while the serene forest scenes overspread two pages and give the volume a definitive atmosphere. It's a book of considerable beauty.

Reviewer: The Horn Book, Inc. | Horn Book Magazine Issue: December, 1980

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Bernadette Watts. Adapted and translated by J. Alison James. Soft, evocative illustrations set the stage for this lesser-known Grimm brothers story about a little girl who gives away all her possessions to help those less fortunate than she. Though she seeks no recognition, the stars provide the girl with golden coins and beautiful white clothing. The tale of kindness rewarded is sweet and comforting without being treacly.

Reviewer: Melinda Greenblatt

(3) K-3 Translated by Anthea Bell. Illustrated by Bernadette Watts. This translation of the well-known tale reads aloud well. The illustrations with lots of white space glow with golds, yellows, and oranges--very fitting for the story of the little man who spins straw into gold. Though Rumpelstiltskin's jagged shadow reminds readers of the danger, the greedy king who threatens the heroine's life just looks boyish, playing down the fear factor.

Reviewer: Martha Sibert