Paul Galdone

A young man believes his sweetheart and her family are the three silliest people in the world until he meets three others who are even sillier.

Three brothers who leave home because of a greedy goat, return to share with their father the magic rewards of their hard work.

Basil leads an expedition up a towering Swiss mountain in search of a colony of mice who have been missing for centuries, but before he can solve the mystery he must confront a mysterious snow mouse and evil Professor Ratigan.

A traditional Russian tale in which a wily beggar cleverly outwits three rich merchants by convincing them that his rabbit is really a magical servant.

When his seven years' wages in gold proves too heavy, Hans trades it for one thing after another until he arrives home empty-handed but convinced he is a lucky man.

A strange varmint haunts the woodsman who lopped off its tail.

Headed for the Grand Canyon to investigate a mystery at a hotel, Basil finds himself involved in dangerous adventures as he tries to foil the schemes of a ruthless smuggler.

After being accidentally launched on a dangerous and terrible voyage, a one-legged soldier finds his way back to his true love--a paper dancing girl.

After his father is reported dead and his wicked uncle takes over the castle, eleven-year-old Shan hides his father's precious sword and, after escaping with his mother, makes his way to King Arthur's court to seek help in winning back his inheritance.

When an arrogant hare thinks he's the best around, who could possibly bring him down? One determined tortoise is about to try! Readers will delight in this beautiful retelling of one of Aesop's most beloved fables. Clean, simple language makes the story accessible, while adorable illustrations draw in even reluctant readers. As they follow the epic race between hare and tortoise, readers will see how boastfulness can catch up to even the fastest runner,...