Books in Silver Penny Stories series

When two tricksters tell a vain emperor that they can sew him the most beautiful suit of clothes ever created, he's delighted—because these gorgeous garments will also be invisible to fools. But it turns out the emperor may be the biggest fool of all … and only a child has the courage to speak the truth.

How can you know if a princess is real—or just pretending? All it takes is one pea under the mattress…and the truth will be revealed.

What happens when a princess promises to marry a helpful frog—but doesn't want to keep her vow? This engaging fairy tale shows children that you have to look beyond skin-deep to see how beautiful a person (or frog!) really is.

How did the famous Knights of the Round Table come to be? This retelling of the timeless legend of King Arthur and the magical realm of Camelot will enchant young readers.

An unloved ducking grows up to become a beautiful swan in Hans Christian Andersen's timeless tale, which has inspired readers for more than 150 years.

Although King Midas is a kind man, he always wants MORE: more jewels, more silver, more gold. So when's he's granted a wish for doing a good deed, he asks that everything he touches turn to gold. But after his flowers, his food, and even his daughter are transformed, he learns what is truly valuable.

Children will love this simple and charming version of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale about a very, very tiny girl and her adventures in a big and sometimes scary world.

When a brother and sister lost in the woods come upon a tempting gingerbread house, they can't resist entering. Little do they realize that inside lives a witch … and she thinks they'd make a delicious dinner!

When the Pied Piper comes to Hamelin, he offers to rid the town of all its rats. And he does—but when the Mayor won't pay what he promised, the Pied Piper takes a terrible revenge …

When a thirsty fox sees some tasty-looking grapes, he's delighted. But he just can't reach them, no matter how high he jumps or how hard he tries. Bitterly disappointed, he walks off, calling them "sour." Aesop's charming animal fable gently teaches children a timeless and very human lesson.

In the Sherwood Forest, Robin Hood robs from the rich and gives to the poor—and has enough action-packed exploits to thrill any child.

A tin soldier falls hopelessly in love with a paper ballerina in this retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's classic story.