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Book Synopsis: A Caldecott Honor Book with remastered artwork for its 75th anniversary! Clever soldiers outwit greedy townspeople with the creation of a special soup in this cherished classic.
Three soldiers come marching down the road towards a French village. The peasants, seeing them coming, suddenly become very busy, for soldiers are often hungry. All their food is hidden under mattresses or in barns. Then follows a battle of wits, with the soldiers equal to the occasion. Why, of course—even with no food, they can still make a wonderful soup! All they will need is three round stones. But to make a truly perfect stone soup, they will of course also need a carrot or two…a cabbage…and so it goes.
First published in 1947, Marcia Brown’s retelling of a French folktale is a picture book classic. Her lively art creates a festival of activity, of dancing and laughter, that young readers will want to experience again and again.
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Looking for a captivating story that has stood the test of time? Look no further than the Stone Soup book, a Caldecott Honor Book celebrating its 75th anniversary with remastered artwork. Delightful and clever, this cherished classic will captivate readers of all ages.
Picture this: three soldiers marching down a road towards a French village. The hungry peasants, quick on their feet, hide their food in a frenzy. But these soldiers are no ordinary men - they outsmart the villagers with their ingenious plan. They decide to make a special soup, using only three round stones. But wait, there's more! To make this soup truly perfect, they need a carrot or two, maybe even a cabbage. Can you believe it? They create a mouthwatering soup out of thin air.
First published in 1947, Marcia Brown's masterful retelling of a French folktale has become a timeless picture book classic. The lively artwork takes readers on a joyous journey, filled with dancing and laughter. With its remastered illustrations, this edition of Stone Soup is even more enchanting than ever before.
Indulge in the magic of this delightful tale with your loved ones. Stone Soup is a book that will be cherished for generations to come.
Ready to experience the charm of Stone Soup? Discover this beloved classic here.
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