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Which Witch?

10/1/2018

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Hansel and Gretel by Bethan Woollvin

...because Willow was a good witch
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Bethan Woollvin has done it again! A well-known fairy tale is turned it on its ear. This time the story’s surprise element is evident at the onset: two spoiled and mean-spirited children, Hansel and Gretel encounter the home of a kindly witch named Willow.
Because she is a good witch, she returns their boorish behavior with kindness. When the twins commence to eat her home (which is made of gingerbread) she responds by preparing a delicious meal. When the children refuse to help her tidy up the forest, she overlooks their thoughtlessness.
"Willow did not get angry, because Willow was a good witch"
But enough is enough. Even for a good witch. When the children discover her book of magic spells and her magic wand, chaos and catastrophe take over her tidy little residence. It's time for Willow to take action because...
"Willow was not ALWAYS a good witch."
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Bethan's wit is liberally sprinkled throughout the pages. She manages to poke fun at existing tropes. (Yes, there is an oven scene. But not what you expect.) The subtle empowerment theme runs throughout.  But truly it's a great story that will be read and enjoyed again and again.
Her signature graphic style is evident. The cover features the top of heads, with expressive eyes which tell a story in and of themselves. The spot of color is a brilliant orange.  So now a Christmas classic works equally well for Halloween, and many other occasions. 
Thanks Bethan for another classic fairy tale remix.

Gingerbread Goodness

Time to make some sweet and spicy gingerbread goodness.  If you're a good witch, feel free to share with children.
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Make some fragrant playdough
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Gingerbread recipe
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Step-by-step directions for creating your own 
​Gingerbread House

More Woollin Fairy Tale Retellings

If you have missed either of these inventive retellings, now is the time to correct that. Experience Little Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel in an entirely different way.
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Uncorrected copy provided by publisher.
​Pub date: October 1, 2018  Publisher: Peachtree Publishers  ISBN: 978-1682630730
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