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The Gingerbread Man: Ladybird First Favourite Tales Hardcover – Picture Book, 24 Feb. 2011

by Alan MacDonald (Author), Ladybird (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 1,204 ratings

A retelling of The Gingerbread Man for early readers from Ladybird.

Based on the traditional fairy tale The Gingerbread Man, this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Follow the gingerbread man as he tries to escape all manner of hungry animals and people! This hardback book contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. Ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds

This book is part of Ladybirds First Favourite Tales series - these retellings are perfect for introducing young children to classic stories and fairy tales, and the books are just right for those just learning to read.

Look out for other books in the series:

The Elves and the Shoemaker; Goldilocks and the Three Bears; The Gingerbread Man; Little Red Riding Hood; The Three Little Pigs; The Three Billy Goats Gruff

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  1. Reading age
    2 - 4 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    First Favourite Tales
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Dimensions
    19.05 x 0.76 x 19.05 cm
  6. Publisher
    Ladybird
  7. Publication date
    24 Feb. 2011
  8. ISBN-10
    1409306305
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1409306306
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We make growing up the best story ever! Here at Ladybird, we publish playful books for little hands. From touch-and-feel books to bedtime stories and non-fiction, we help 0-7s to learn, play and grow - sparking plenty of smiles along the way. The home of Ten Minutes to Bed, Baby Touch, Peppa Pig and Hey Duggee, we know just how to capture curious little imaginations and guide them from one story to the next.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ladybird (24 Feb. 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1409306305
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1409306306
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 4 years, from customers
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 19.05 x 0.76 x 19.05 cm
  • Customer reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 1,204 ratings

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Customers find the book easy to read and enjoy. They appreciate the simple version of the story that keeps it true to the original. The illustrations are colorful and eye-catching, making them suitable for young children. Many customers recommend this book as a good purchase for young children.

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40 customers mention ‘Readability’40 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy reading the book. They find it well-written and engaging for children. The illustrations are colorful and enhance the story. It introduces rhyme and repetition, making it a good choice for young readers.

"Ladybird still as nice book as in my children’s childhood" Read more

"A lovely book suitable for younger children too as its not too long...nice pictures and my son age 4 enjoys it!..." Read more

"Good quality book, well written story. Ordered as part of my son's nursery syllabus. Seems good...." Read more

"Samuel was enchanted with the book and it's colourful illustrations telling the old tale of the Gingerbread Man and the people he met on his journey..." Read more

27 customers mention ‘Story quality’27 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story. They find it simple and fun, with nice illustrations. The book is a lovely traditional tale for children, keeping to the original story. It's a good quality book and a lovely childhood memory to share with little ones.

"Good quality book, well written story. Ordered as part of my son's nursery syllabus. Seems good...." Read more

"...We were delighted with it too, a charming telling of a traditional story." Read more

"...It's the classic gingerbread man story with ok illustrations...." Read more

"Lovely book well written, brought finger puppets to go with it to enhance story, Xmas eve present." Read more

18 customers mention ‘Illustrations’18 positive0 negative

Customers like the illustrations. They find the illustrations lovely, colorful, and eye-catching. The pictures are clear and suitable for day nursery use, especially for themes like The Gingerbread Man story.

"Clear pictures and repetitive text, perfect for my two year old grandson" Read more

"...book suitable for younger children too as its not too long...nice pictures and my son age 4 enjoys it!..." Read more

"Samuel was enchanted with the book and it's colourful illustrations telling the old tale of the Gingerbread Man and the people he met on his journey..." Read more

"...It's the classic gingerbread man story with ok illustrations...." Read more

13 customers mention ‘Reading age’13 positive0 negative

Customers find the book suitable for young children. They say it's a classic children's book with nice illustrations and repetitive text that entertains toddlers. The book is recommended for use in schools and day nurseries, especially for theme use regarding The Gingerbread Man story.

"Clear pictures and repetitive text, perfect for my two year old grandson" Read more

"A lovely book suitable for younger children too as its not too long...nice pictures and my son age 4 enjoys it!..." Read more

"Ideal for school" Read more

"Good for early readers" Read more

5 customers mention ‘Value for money’5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's value for money.

"...Very pleased with price and delivery time." Read more

"Brought for school. Great value. Lot cheaper than in local book shop" Read more

"...My grandson loves to hear these stories over and over. Good value book." Read more

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The Gingerbread man is running away.He is singing "Run run as fast as you can, you can't catch me I'm the Gingerbread man!"I recommend the book because the Gingerbread Man is tasty.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for children
    Reviewed in the United States on 23 January 2020
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    My grandchildren enjoy reading this book. Whenever we visit the 2 year old brings us the book to read. Very enjoyable.
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  • Client d'Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Célèbre Pain d'épice
    Reviewed in France on 19 July 2021
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    La célèbre histoire du Gingerbread Man ou bonhomme de pain d'épice. Belle histoire. Cependant, difficile pour des enfants français car il y a beaucoup de texte. À simplifier lors de la lecture. Possibilité de faire le pendant avec le Roule Galette français.
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    Reviewed in France on 19 July 2021
    La célèbre histoire du Gingerbread Man ou bonhomme de pain d'épice. Belle histoire. Cependant, difficile pour des enfants français car il y a beaucoup de texte. À simplifier lors de la lecture. Possibilité de faire le pendant avec le Roule Galette français.
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  • Martina
    5.0 out of 5 stars Consiglio!
    Reviewed in Italy on 13 December 2018
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    Semplice e con illustrazioni molto carine. Se fosse stato leggermente più grande sarebbe stato mehlii
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  • Cliente Kindle
    1.0 out of 5 stars Livro
    Reviewed in Brazil on 5 February 2019
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    Não gostei
    Por sou obrigada a avaliar
    Odeio isso
    Se não avalia,
    A tela não sai, e crianças não sabem manusear o tablet, e quando aparece essa avaliação, piora tudo
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  • Nguyen Xuan Hoa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good book. Great price and fast shipment
    Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on 21 June 2024
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    Good book. Great price and fast shipment
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