(3) K-3 Retold by Lauren Mills. Illustrated by Lauren Mills. Andersen's classic tale of a tiny girl is retold with graceful language that remains faithful to the original. Precise watercolor illustrations depict Thumbelina with delicate features and auburn tresses. The toads, field mouse, mole, sparrow, and flowers are rendered true to nature, and an abundance of whimsical touches bring to life Thumbelina's miniature world.

Reviewer: Carolyn Shute

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Lauren Mills & Dennis Nolan. In this companion volume to Fairy Wings, the mean-spirited behavior of Fia's high-and-mighty sister, Violet, puts Fia and her friends in jeopardy. The author overuses exclamation points, and Violet's repentance comes too easily, but the story has much suspense, and the watercolor and pencil art effectively brings the diminutive characters and their woodland surroundings to life.

Reviewer: Anne St. John

(4) 1-3 Illustrated by Lauren Mills & Dennis Nolan. In this lengthy literary fairy tale, a bored and insensitive prince learns how to serve and sacrifice for others after he is turned into a dog by a fairy. Lightly colored in pastel and earth tones, the romantic watercolors lend the book a timeless feel. Despite a few awkward sentences and the unclear symbolism of a mysterious chimera, the story presents an interesting adventure.

Reviewer: Anne St. John