Books in Their Side of the Story series

Think a witch ate Hansel and Gretel? Think again! In this fun, quirky picture book, discover another perspective of this popular fairy tale. Along with bright, bold illustrations, the bestselling OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY series gives young readers a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Read others in this series by acclaimed author Nancy Loewen, including SERIOUSLY, SNOW WHITE WAS SO FORGETFUL! and BELIEVE ME, GOLDILOCKS ROCKS!

Thats NOT the way it was! say five characters from some of the worlds most beloved fairy tales. In reality, Cinderella wasnt the sweetest belle of the ball. She was an annoying chatterbox. Jack was a petty thief. And Little Red Riding Hood? Spoiled rotten! Its all about point of view. Pull up a chair, and get the full scoop straight from the mouths of the wicked stepmother, the giant, the prince, Baby Bear, and the wolf. Get the Other Side of the Story!

Oh sure, we've all heard the story about how much faith Daniel showed in that dangerous lions’ den. But have we heard it from the perspective of the lions? At one time, they ruled the jungle, but now, here they are, kicked off their thrones and tossed into a pit with a guy who looks a lot like dinner. Part of the Their Side of the Story series, The Lion and Daniel offers an important lesson on humility and patience, and the Parent Connection feature helps parents and kids further discuss the message behind the original Bible story. Kids ages 4 to 8 will love this new way to learn about Daniel and the lions that is roaring good fun. And don’t miss the other rollicking Bible stories in this series: The Raven and Noah’s Ark, The Frog and the Plagues, The Whale and Jonah, and The Donkey and Jesus.

Think Snow White was the most perfect girl in the world? Think again! In this fun, quirky picture book, discover another perspective of this popular fairy tale. Along with bright, bold illustrations, the bestselling OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY series gives young readers a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Read others in this series by acclaimed author Nancy Loewen, including TRUST ME, HANSEL AND GRETEL ARE SWEET and BELIEVE ME, GOLDILOCKS ROCKS!

Oh sure, we've all heard the story of Noah’s ark a hundred times. But have we heard it from the perspective of the animals who lived through that crazy-long boat ride? Part of the Their Side of the Story series, The Raven and Noah's Ark imagines how a certain raven from the story might recount those forty days and nights and offers an important lesson in jealousy. Plus, the Parent Connection feature helps parents and kids further discuss the message behind the original Bible story. Kids ages 4 to 8 will love discovering Noah’s epic voyage in a whole new way. And don’t miss the other rollicking Bible stories in this series: The Frog and the Plagues, The Lion and Daniel, The Whale and Jonah, and The Donkey and Jesus.

MY turn! shout MORE characters from some of the worlds best classic fairy tales. This time the beast, the dwarves, Dame Gothel, the fairies, and the frog take center stage and share their points of view. Think Snow White was the most perfect girl ever? Wrong. She had a mind like a leaky bucket. Sleeping Beauty? A beautiful klutz. And Rapunzel? Such an ungrateful creature! Settle in, and take a listen. Time for ANOTHER Other Side of the Story!

Oh sure, we’ve all heard the story of Jonah and the whale a hundred times. But have we heard it from the perspective of the whale? The one who actually had Jonah stuck in his stomach? Part of the Their Side of the Stories series, The Whale and Jonah imagines how that great sea creature might tell his version of the story and offers an important lesson in obedience. Plus the Parent Connection feature helps parents and kids further discuss the message behind the original Bible story. Kids ages 4 to 8 will love this creative way of learning about that guy who was supposed to go to Nineveh. And don’t miss the other rollicking Bible stories in this series: The Raven and Noah, The Frog and the Plagues, The Lion and Daniel, and The Donkey and Jesus.

Oh sure, we’ve all heard the story about Jesus entering Jerusalem riding on a donkey. But have we heard it from the perspective of the donkey who experienced this history-making event firsthand? He might be just a pack animal, but he has a big lesson to learn. Part of the Their Side of the Story series, The Donkey and Jesus offers an important lesson about service, and the Parent Connection feature helps parents and kids further discuss the message behind the original Bible story. Kids ages 4 to 8 will love this interesting way to learn about Jesus’ ride into Jerusalem. And don’t miss the other rollicking Bible stories in this series: The Raven and Noah’s Ark, The Frog and the Plagues, The Lion and Daniel, and The Whale and Jonah.

Inside every beast beats the heart of an actor - or so the Beast would have you believe in “No Lie, I Acted Like a Beast!” This retelling of the classic story “Beauty and the Beast,” told from the Beast’s point of view, paints a picture of a kind-hearted prince who wants nothing more than his turn on the stage. A fun ride that flips what you know of the fairy tale on its ear.

Think Dame Gothel was just a horrible old witch, locking fair-haired Rapunzel in that tall, tall tower? Think again! In this fun, quirky picture book, discover another perspective of this popular fairy tale. Along with bright, bold illustrations, the bestselling OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY series gives young children a fresh perspective on familiar tales. Read others in this series by prolific author Trisha Jessica Gunderson, including FRANKLY, I’D RATHER SPIN MYSELF A NEW NAME! and NO LIE, PIGS (AND THEIR HOUSES) CAN FLY!