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Books in Fairytale Fraud: Well-being series series

  • Ready for Rescue?: A story about Rapunzel and procrastination

    Katie Pye, Anastasia Belik

    Paperback (Headstart Thinking, March 2, 2020)
    Rapunzel's chance has finally arrived. A valiant young prince is searching for her. A mysterious stranger has told him the tower's secret access. Now all he needs to do is... ...watch out for the witch. If you enjoy unexpected twists, playful humour, and delightful illustrations, then you'll love Katie Pye's highly entertaining Fairytale Fraud series. With lovely gentleness, the Fairytale Fraud series draws kids into conversation about well-being topics in a non-preachy way!Read 'Ready for Rescue?' and enjoy your laugh out loud launch into a conversation about healthy habits!Need more Fairytale Fraud’s in your life? Don't miss, Breaking News! Trip Trap Trouble, Sibling Wars and our next release, Dressed in the Best!
  • Breaking News!: A story about Humpty Dumpty and change

    Katie Pye, Magnus Blomster

    Paperback (HeadStart Thinking, March 16, 2020)
    Nobody hates change more than King Dumpty. Every year, the terrified king would issue a decree that life should remain EXACTLY the same in Eggsville. But Humpty Dumpty is now missing. In a desperate bid to find him, the king's men are ordered to open Eggsville's long-locked gates. The gate creaks ajar, the king waits anxiously for news, and the king's men make a mind-boggling discovery. Will things ever be the same again?Breaking News! is an entertaining launch into a conversation about coping with change. If you enjoy unexpected twists, playful humour, and delightful illustrations, then you'll love this book from Katie Pye's highly entertaining Fairytale Fraud collection. With lovely gentleness, the Fairytale Fraud series draws kids into conversation, while the fun material in the back keeps the conversation going. Relax into this easy way of supporting your child's social and emotional learning.◆◆ Need more Fairytale Fraud’s in your life? Don't miss, Ready for Rescue?, Trip Trap Trouble, Sibling Wars and our next release, Dressed in the Best! ◆◆
  • Trip Trap Trouble: A story about the Three Billy Goats Gruff and gratitude

    Katie Pye, Rodrigo Paulo

    Paperback (Headstart Thinking, Feb. 23, 2020)
    Join the Three Billy Goats Gruff (and the super frustrated troll) on an entertaining journey to discover the importance of gratitude. When Big Billy Goat Gruff notices greener grass across the ravine, he and his companions set out on a quest to find the greenest grass. "I won't be glad or satisfied until I've got the greenest side!"Determined not to settle for anything less, Big Billy Goat's mission starts to wear thin - both for his goat companions and the resident troll living underneath the bridge. This goat must be stopped ... but how? From the super-sleuth responsible for the Fairytale Fraud series, Trip Trap Trouble reveals the true story of the Three Billy Goat's Gruff. The story combines clever illustrations, subtle messaging, and Dr Seuss-type rhythm and rhyme, with a hilarious twist that will have kids and parents laughing. Each story in the Fairytale Fraud series includes bonus material to help keep kids engaged in important conversations. Read more about the series at: www.headstartthinking.comTrip Trap Trouble HAS been tested on children, and is loved by kids, parents, librarians, and teachers alike."What a great story to start discussions about gratitude. The Behind the Scenes prompts are fantastic. A fun story to share as a family!" - Teacher and mother of 2"A great conversation starter and really fun way to instil gratitude." - Mother of 3"A delightful read from beginning to end!" - Teacher
  • Sibling Wars: A story about Hansel & Gretel and managing conflict

    Katie Pye, Anastasia Belik

    Paperback (Headstart Thinking, April 13, 2020)
    Hansel and Gretel’s constant bickering leads them into the clutches of a lonely old witch. Hold your breath as they attempt an unconventional escape and find that together they can achieve the impossible, if they would just...stop...fighting!‘Sibling Wars’ is a much-loved addition to the popular Fairytale Fraud series, and draws kids into a fun conversation about healthy conflict in a non-preachy way! If you enjoy unexpected twists, playful humour, and delightful illustrations, you are guaranteed to love it!The Fairytale Fraud series is a tonne of fun, ideally suited for kids aged: 4, 5, 6, 7 8, 9, 10.Need more Fairytale Fraud’s in your life? Don’t miss, Breaking News!, Trip Trap Trouble, Ready for Rescue and our latest release, Sibling Wars.