Most Popular Books by Saviour Pirotta

A classic fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm retold for younger children.

A stunning storytelling journey across six continents with beautifully illustrated tales from 80 different cultures.

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of the three little pigs and the big bad wolf that is part of every childhood. Three little pigs built themselves three little homes - one with straw, one with sticks and one with bricks. Can you guess which one will keep them safe when the hungry wolf comes knocking at the door? A funny story of cunning and comeuppance that has delighted children for generations is given a new lease of life in this stunning new edition, brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy. This book is part of the much-loved Storytime Classics series which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

A classic fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm retold for younger children.

The strength of young Gerda''s love enables her to overcome many obstacles as she tries to free her beloved friend, Kai, from the Snow Queen''s spell.

This series offers friendly and accessible Greek myth retellings, with clear type and illustrations. In ''Jason and the Golden Fleece'', Jason goes to find the golden fleece so he can get the throne back from his wicked uncle. First he must brave evil skeletons and get past a terrible serpent.

The King keeps his twelve daughters locked up at night but somehow they escape to go dancing. What is the princesses'' secret? And will the king find out?

Written by bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, this fast-paced story is set in the Islamic Golden Age when Baghdad was the largest and most dazzling city in the world. Perfect for fans of thrilling adventure. Thirteen-year-old Jabir is hoping to save his family from being made homeless by finding work in Baghdad. Famished after his long journey to the city, Jabir is caught stealing bread and sent to prison. Luckily, one of the guards there notices that he has a gift for carving wooden models and he is released on the orders of the grand caliph Harun al Rashid himself. In return Jabir must carve twelve golden horsemen, a gift from the caliph to the emperor Charlemagne. But someone is determined to stop Jabir from completing the work and he will stop at nothing, not even arson, to achieve his aim. Can Jabir and his friend Yasmina finish the horsemen or will Jabir be sent back to prison? Ideal for readers aged 8+, this exciting and readable adventure story is packed with great characters and insight into Islamic civilisation and the historic culture of the Middle East circa AD 900, a period which is now studied in the National Curriculum. The Flashbacks series offers dramatic stories set in key moments of history, perfect for introducing children to historical topics.

The fourth book in the ancient Greek Mysteries series is a mix of Sherlock Holmes and ancient Greece from bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, with stunning illustrations from up-and-coming illustrator Freya Hartas. This exciting adventure will have readers gripped from start to finish. Scribe Nico and his perceptive friend Thrax are back in Athens and Nico is looking forward to the spooky festival of Anthesteria and the lavish feasting at Master Lykos''s house. But when the boys suspect a plot to assassinate the general of Athens, they must put the fun aside and infiltrate the Society of Centaurs. Will they discover the true identity of the society''s leader, and will they stop the assassination? This dramatic and mysterious tale is packed with wonderful characters and insight into the daily life of the ancient Greeks, a required topic in the Key Stage 2 History curriculum. Perfect for fans of the Roman Mysteries, or anyone interest in ancient Greece.

A thrilling mix of Sherlock Holmes and ancient Greece from bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, with stunning illustrations from up-and-coming illustrator Freya Hartas. This exciting adventure will have readers gripped from start to finish. When scribe Nico and his perceptive friend Thrax travel with their master to the island of Aegina, the boys are once again faced with a mystery. A merchant is seeking a valuable ring that was stolen from him, so he can avoid a curse. But on the seas around one of the richest islands in the world lurks a pirate with a golden mask, who is also in pursuit of the ring. Can Nico and Thrax follow the clues, rescue the ring and escape from the pirates of Poseidon? This dramatic and mysterious tale is packed with wonderful characters and insight into the daily life of the ancient Greeks, a required topic in the KS2 History curriculum. Perfect for fans of the Roman Mysteries, or anyone interested in ancient Greece. Book band: Dark Blue

The second book in the ancient Greek Mysteries series, a thrilling follow up to Mark of the Cyclops, is a mix of Sherlock Holmes and ancient Greece from bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, with stunning illustrations from up-and-coming illustrator Freya Hartas. This exciting adventure will have readers gripped from start to finish. Scribe Nico and his friend Thrax are back for another adventure in ancient Greece. Their master has brought them to Delphi, to seek guidance from the great oracle. But between the majestic hills of the sacred city, a sinister plot has been formed, and a farmer''s daughter has gone missing. Can Nico and Thrax solve the clues, save the girl and learn the secret of the oracle? This dramatic and mysterious tale is packed with wonderful characters and insight into the daily life of the ancient Greeks, a required topic in the KS2 History curriculum. Perfect for fans of the Roman Mysteries, or anyone interested in ancient Greece. Book band: Dark Blue

A thrilling mix of Sherlock Holmes and Ancient Greece from prize-winning author Saviour Pirotta, with stunning illustrations from up-and-coming illustrator Freya Hartas. This exciting adventure will have readers gripped from start to finish. Young scribe Nico''s new friend Thrax has a strange knack for figuring things out. When they travel to wedding with their master, a valuable vase is broken and Thrax''s special skills might just come in useful. Can the boys prove that slave girl Gaia is innocent, and discover what the mark of the cyclops means? Winner of the North Somerset Teachers Book Award for Quality fiction, this dramatic and mysterious tale is packed with wonderful characters and insight into the daily life of the ancient Greeks, which is a required topic in the KS2 History curriculum. Perfect for fans of the Roman Mysteries, or anyone interested in ancient Greece.

The stories in the Multicultural Stories series are gathered from different parts of the world and are capable of alternately terrifying, enchanting and exciting the younger reader. Each book is illustrated in full colour.

Schoolteacher Ichabod Crane loves ghost stories but things quickly change when he has an encounter with the ghostly headless horseman! Ichabod Crane is the teacher in a little village called Sleepy Hollow. Everyone in Sleepy Hollow believes in ghosts and ghouls and loves to tell spooky stories, their favourite being the legend of the headless horseman. However, things become a little too real for Ichabod when that very ghost appears one night and chases him. Why is the horseman after Ichabod and will he escape? Carefully retold in clear contemporary language, and presented with stunning illustrations, these favourite horror classics will capture the hearts and imagination of young readers. The Classic Horror series includes the following titles: Dracula: 9781781716304 Frankenstein: 9781781716281 Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde: 9781781716328 Sleepy Hollow: 9781781716342

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of Rapunzel, the girl with long hair who is locked in a tower by a witch. A poor couple steal from an old woman, who takes their baby in revenge and names her Rapunzel. She keeps the child locked in a tower and in years to come, uses Rapunzel''s long hair to thwart a young prince''s efforts to help Rapunzel escape. But the prince''s love for Rapunzel and hers for him eventually unites them--and the old woman is never seen again. Fairy tales have been handed down through generations, and today Rapunzel still captivates young children with its magic and romance. This stunning new edition is brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy, telling the story simply and compellingly for today''s youngest readers. This book is part of the much-loved Storytime Classics series which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

This collection of eight fables brings Ancient Greece to life. The stories are retold with introductions that tell the reader all about Aesop''s life as a slave and a storyteller, and explain the inspiration that lies behind his best-loved tales. Glorious illustrations by Richard Johnson complement Saviour Pirotta''s warm and lively style, making this a collection to treasure. It includes stories such as: "The Cat''s Bell"; "The Dog and the Wolf"; "The Lion and the Mouse"; "The Goose who Laid the Golden Egg"; "The Fox and the Crane"; "The Tortoise and the Hare"; "The Frogs who Asked for a King"; and "The Jay and the Peacocks".

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of Little Red Riding Hood and her meeting with the Big, Bad Wolf. Handed down through generations, today it''s one of the most popular tales for young children and this stylish new edition is brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy, telling the story simply and compellingly for today''s youngest readers. This book is part of the much-loved Storytime Classics series which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

With the aid of Gray Wolf, young Prince Ivan fulfills a series of tasks set for him by his father and two other kings, winning the legendary firebird, a magical horse, and the hand of Princess Helen by his efforts.

A classic fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm retold for younger children.

Pirotta introduces the food and eating customs of Italy through its festivals. A section on farming shows how the food is produced, and simple step-by-step recipes appear throughout the book for children to try.

Book Band: Purple (Ideal for ages 6+) A thrilling pirate story ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school. The pirates Adam, Amy and Ali are tired of their quiet life on Cutlass Island and wish that they could go and live in the exciting, big city. So when they spot a ship, they climb on board and hide in a hamper filled with costumes... and tutus! Soon they''re on an adventure filled with sea monsters, ballet dancers and a swindling pirate. Will they ever make it ashore? This swashbuckling, adventure-filled tale from bestselling author Saviour Pirotta is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves and for Key Stage 1. It features engaging illustrations from Erica Salcedo and quirky characters young readers will find hard to resist. _______________ Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. ''Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.'' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher

More than seventy stories from the Bible retold by Saviour Pirotta, beautifully illustrated by Anne Yvonne Gilbert and Ian Andrew. This beautifully illustrated collection is the perfect introduction to the stories of the Bible. Selections from the Old and New Testaments are brought to life through Saviour Pirotta’s dramatic and inspiring retellings. Accompanied by stunning illustrations by Anne Yvonne Gilbert and Ian Andrew, as well as an extensive reference section, this is a collection to be treasured for a lifetime. Back matter includes a map of the Bible lands, a map of the Holy land, a time line of the Old and New Testament, a list of people in the Bible, a glossary, and favorite Bible verses.

Step into a magical world of beautiful princesses and handsome princes, wicked witches and good fairies. Here are ten of the best-loved fairy tales from the Brothers Grimm, retold in a friendly, accessible way that''s perfect for young children, and now in a beautiful new edition. Saviour Pirotta''s lively retellings of these classic fairy tales are perfectly complemented by Emma Chichester Clark''s rich, glowing illustrations, making this book a joy to share and a gift to treasure. Contents: The Sleeping Princess; The Magic Gingerbread House; The Magic Bear and the Handsome Prince;The Golden-Haired Girl in the Tower; Little Mouse and Lazy Cat; The Princess and the Seven Dwarves; The Swans and the Brave Princess; The Naughty Princess and the Frog; The Girl Who Spun Straw into Gold; The Twelve Dancing Princesses.

Discover an enchanting fairy tale world with Saviour Pirotta''s captivating retelling of The Wizard of Oz and Aladdin. Susanna Lockheart''s irresistible watercolours perfectly complement these classic tales, and will appeal to young and old readers alike. The changing picture windows add to the magical experience, making this a storybook that children will read and treasure for years to come.

Perseus is determined to save his mother from their tyrant king, but to do so he must face the monstrous Medusa, even though one look upon her face can turn a man to stone! Join a cast of larger-than-life characters in a series of extraordinary adventures.

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of The Gingerbread Man, who is made with currants for eyes and who leaps from the oven as soon as the door is opened! Nobody can catch the gingerbread man - not the old woman who made him nor any of the animals. It seems he''s got away with his freedom. Then he meets a wily fox by the river who offers to help him safely cross... Brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy, this delightful book is part of the much-loved range of Storytime Classics which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

Storyteller based at the Ute Mountain Tribe reservation and immersed in Native American society. Artist a member of the Dine people, working in the artistic tradition of Native North America. Combines ghost stories, creation myths, hero stories, traditional tals and tales in a modern setting.

This beautiful new edition, simply told for young readers, breathes new life into the classic tale of Puss in Boots, who used his cunning and trickery to win for his lowly master the hand of the princess in marriage. Brilliantly illustrated in a fun modern style for a new generation to enjoy, this delightful book is part of the much-loved range of Storytime Classics which offers collectible, child-friendly format editions of classic stories to make the perfect home library for children everywhere.

A biography which traces the life and accomplishments of the noted twentieth-century physicist, Albert Einstein.

Retellings of traditional stories from the people of the Amazon rain forests, including The Legend of the Sun God, The Tree of Life, and The Sad Song of the Moon.

This is a lively, colourful and engaging book that recounts traditional stories from the Amazon. Each story is interspersed with interesting facts and maps that locate the story''s setting. An activities section gives ideas for children to explore the stories and their culture in more detail.

Introduces this Jewish holiday, discussing when it takes place, its history and significance, preparations, the Seder, and how it is celebrated.