The Elves and the Shoemaker (+ Audio CD)

This is the classic tale, as recorded by The Brothers Grimm, specially re-written for children starting to read on their own. The shoemaker and his wife are on the verge of destitution when they discover, one morning, that they have received a visit from some mysterious helpers in the night. This title is part of the Usborne English Language Learners programme, featuring books from the Usborne Reading Programme, with audio CDs in British and American English, downloadable worksheets and teacher's notes.