The Story Tree by Hugh Lupton.

This delightful collection of tales from around the world includes favorites like The Three Billy Goats Gruff (Norwegian) as well as less familiar stories such as The Blue Coat (Jewish) and The Sweetest Song (African-American). Hugh Lupton’s engaging narrative quickly draws young readers into each story, while Sophie Fatus’s quirky illustrations will have children laughing in their seats, ensuring hours of entertainment.