Books published by publisher Bell Pond

Devoted sisters and forever friends, Snow White and Rose Red are as lovely and sweet as the delicate flowers that inspired their names. "One evening, as they were sitting comfortably together, someone knocked on the door as if he wanted to be let in. The mother said, 'Quickly, Rose Red, open the door; it must be a traveler seeking shelter.' Rose Red went at once to the door and pushed back the bolt. She was sure that it was going to be some poor soul, but it wasn't at all. It was a big shaggy bear, and he stretched his broad, brown head right through the doorway.... "'Don't be afraid; I will not harm you! I am half-frozen from the cold, and only want to warm myself a little beside your fire...." " A strange story soon unfolds. Will the girls help the bear...even if it means risking the wrath of a wicked dwarf? This imaginative tale by the Grimm brothers is filled with rich imagery, surprise and adventure. In this Enchantmints Studio edition, a timeless Grimm Brothers tale springs to life with the lush illustrations of Denise Marshall. Snow White and Rose Red is the perfect gift for the little one in your life. Also a great book for early readers! (Ages 6-9)

The coming of Winter plays an important role in the cycle of nature. In this delightfully illustrated story, young children can find that for “every thing there is a season.” Winter, Awake! tells what happens one year when Winter will not wake. The tired trees need to rest. Their fallen leaves have made a leafy blanket for the sleeping seeds. All the woodland creatures try to tell Winter their work is done. They scold and mock and urge, but Winter will not wake, until, at last, the round red ladybug in her small, soft voice whispers something gently in his ear—and mighty Winter wakes! (Ages 5–7)

Along with the Bible and Shakespeare, Grimms’ fairy tales rank among the best selling literature of the Western world. And Little Red Riding Hood is perhaps the best known story of the Grimms brothers' collection. What accounts for such popularity? Like all of the Grimms' fairy tales, the characters in this story led us to discover the treasures in our own souls. Philosophies, artistic styles, and religious conventions change with thim, but this tale has endured for centuries. In our modern age, with our emphasis on science and technology, a wolf speaking and eating the old grandma and Red Riding Hood seem to be drawn from the depths of a remote and superstitious past. More sensitive souls such as Goethe, Rudolf Steiner, C. G. Jung, and Bruno Bettlelheim, however, have all recognized that true fairy tales are not merely arbitrary fantasies or folk imaginations. They were aware that deep meaning shines through all genuine fairy tales.The great German poet, Novalis, once said that fairy tales “are prophetic, idealistic, and inevitable, all in one.... I believe that in a fairy tale I can best express my mood of soul. Everything is a fairy tale.” Fairy tales should be told to children with out explanation. Children relate quite naturally with the inner significance of the story. They absorb the language of the imaginations and feel connected with it in a truly intimate way. Any interpretation is unnecessary and would be quite a mistake. Emotionally involved with a given tale, the young child’s imagination should not be disturbed; it is always intrusive to make conscious what a child wishes to keep preconscious. For teachers and parents, however, it is always worthwhile to become conscious of the soul and spiritual qualities behind the story. In this way, tales can be told or read to children with much more conviction and charm. One will see that such tales are not fantastic or beautiful and poetic lies but express the great soul wisdom of the heart that knows more than the head will admit.

It was a cold and blustery November night at Blue Rider Stables. The wind howled outside the barn. The horses were huddled safely inside. The girls who apprenticed at the barn had closed the heavy door against the storm. What a surprise when, the next morning, a pigeon was found limping around inside. No one expected that the barn would become his new home, but it did. Join Theo as he slowly becomes a part of the rich and varied family that inhabits the Blue Rider Stables. Luminously illustrated in vibrant watercolors, Theo, the Blue Rider Pigeon offers a delightful glimpse into an amazing world. Written in simple, poetic language, this is a picture book certain to become a family favorite.

Along with the Bible and Shakespeare, Grimms’ fairy tales rank among the best selling literature of the Western world. And Little Red Riding Hood is perhaps the best known story of the Grimms brothers' collection. What accounts for such popularity? Like all of the Grimms' fairy tales, the characters in this story led us to discover the treasures in our own souls. Philosophies, artistic styles, and religious conventions change with thim, but this tale has endured for centuries. In our modern age, with our emphasis on science and technology, a wolf speaking and eating the old grandma and Red Riding Hood seem to be drawn from the depths of a remote and superstitious past. More sensitive souls such as Goethe, Rudolf Steiner, C. G. Jung, and Bruno Bettlelheim, however, have all recognized that true fairy tales are not merely arbitrary fantasies or folk imaginations. They were aware that deep meaning shines through all genuine fairy tales. The great German poet, Novalis, once said that fairy tales “are prophetic, idealistic, and inevitable, all in one.... I believe that in a fairy tale I can best express my mood of soul. Everything is a fairy tale.” Fairy tales should be told to children with out explanation. Children relate quite naturally with the inner significance of the story. They absorb the language of the imaginations and feel connected with it in a truly intimate way. Any interpretation is unnecessary and would be quite a mistake. Emotionally involved with a given tale, the young child’s imagination should not be disturbed; it is always intrusive to make conscious what a child wishes to keep preconscious. For teachers and parents, however, it is always worthwhile to become conscious of the soul and spiritual qualities behind the story. In this way, tales can be told or read to children with much more conviction and charm. One will see that such tales are not fantastic or beautiful and poetic lies but express the great soul wisdom of the heart that knows more than the head will admit. In his insightful commentary, Andrew Flaxman helps us understand the deeper meaning behind this story and fairy tales in general. Patricia DeLisa brings us a beautifully illustrated and important contribution to the literature of fairy tales.

It was a cold and blustery November night at Blue Rider Stables. The wind howled outside the barn. The horses were huddled safely inside. The girls who apprenticed at the barn had closed the heavy door against the storm. What a surprise when, the next morning, a pigeon was found limping around inside. No one expected that the barn would become his new home, but it did. Join Theo as he slowly becomes a part of the rich and varied family that inhabits the Blue Rider Stables. Luminously illustrated in vibrant watercolors, Theo, the Blue Rider Pigeon offers a delightful glimpse into an amazing world. Written in simple, poetic language, this is a picture book certain to become a family favorite. (Ages 3 – 6 years)

Thumbelina is so tiny, she can ride on the wings of a butterfly. Her world is one of flower petals, wild berries, and ladybugs. She is no larger than your thumb. So great is her beauty, she captivates all who encounter her. Nevertheless, her life is in peril. Kidnapped by a frog and stranded on a lily pad, she doesn't know who will save her. Will it be the fish, the butterfly, or the beetle? If she escapes, will she be doomed to marry the mole and spend the rest of her life in the cold, dark ground below? The Enchantmints Studio edition presents this timeless, cherished story by Han Christian Andersen with engaging illustrations by Hsin-Shih Lai.