Oxford Reading Tree Greatest Stories 14 Books Collection Set - Ages 7+ - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Puss in Boots
Tall and Tiny
Rip Van Winkle
The Lambton Worm
The Pied Piper
Icarus
Sleeping Beauty
Who Needs Stories
Fabulous Fables
Thumbelina
The Magic Cow
Sea Stories
The Swallow and the Nightingale
Mischief Makers

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781382008518
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Age Range: Ages 7+ (Grade 2 and up)

Overview
Oxford Reading Tree: Greatest Stories is a 14-book paperback collection selected by Michael Morpurgo and a lineup of celebrated children's writers and illustrators. Designed for readers age 7 and up (Grade 2 and beyond), these bite-sized tales blend fairy tales, myths, legends, and original stories into one gift-ready bundle. Each book pairs accessible language with vivid illustrations, helping young readers build fluency, stamina, and confidence while discovering timeless storytelling traditions from around the world, one satisfying chapter at a time, whether read alone, aloud, or shared as a classroom resource.

About the Books
This collection gathers fourteen individual paperbacks from the acclaimed Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops range, each hand-picked by award-winning author Michael Morpurgo for their storytelling power and reading-level appropriateness. The set spans classic fairy tales like Puss in Boots, Sleeping Beauty, and Thumbelina, folkloric legends such as The Lambton Worm and Rip Van Winkle, and Greek myth in Icarus, alongside original tales like Tall and Tiny and Who Needs Stories. Contributing authors include Charles Perrault, Joanna Nadin, Aesop, Jeanne Willis, Pippa Goodhart, Adele Geras, Susan Gates, Kimberley Reynolds, Jon Blake, Malachy Doyle, Jonny Zucker, Tony Bradman, and Michael Foreman, giving young readers exposure to a wide range of literary voices in a single set. Each title is short enough to finish in one sitting yet rich enough to spark discussion, making the collection equally suited to bedtime reading, guided reading groups, and independent practice. The stories are carefully leveled for developing readers, easing the jump from early readers to longer chapter books without overwhelming a child who is still building confidence. Illustrations throughout support comprehension, inference, and prediction skills, while recurring themes of courage, cleverness, kindness, and consequence give parents and teachers natural openings for conversation. Because every book stands alone, children can dip in and out in any order, revisiting favorites or exploring a new genre whenever the mood strikes, and the compact paperback format is easy to store on a shelf, pack in a school bag, or slip into a holiday stocking.

Key Benefits

• 14 individual paperback stories selected by Michael Morpurgo for ages 7 and up
• Blends fairy tales, myths, legends, and original stories in one set
• Builds reading fluency, stamina, and confidence with accessible, leveled text
• Vivid illustrations support comprehension, inference, and discussion
• Compact paperback format is perfect for school bags, bedtime, and classroom libraries
• A thoughtful gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading

Book-by-Book Guide
Puss in Boots — A clever cat uses wit and daring schemes to turn his penniless master's fortunes around.
Tall and Tiny — A friendship between two very different characters celebrates teamwork and embracing differences.
Rip Van Winkle — A man wakes from decades of sleep to a changed world, prompting reflection on time and memory.
The Lambton Worm — Villagers band together to face a fearsome creature threatening their home.
The Pied Piper — A mysterious piper's bargain with a town explores consequence and broken promises.
Icarus — This retelling of the Greek myth examines ambition and the limits of human daring.
Sleeping Beauty — A classic fairy tale of a curse, a long sleep, and an awakening that leads to happiness.
Who Needs Stories — A playful, imaginative tale that celebrates the joy of storytelling itself.
Fabulous Fables — A collection of short fables delivering wit and gentle lessons in a few lines each.
Thumbelina — A tiny heroine's journey through a big world tests her courage and resourcefulness.
The Magic Cow — A folkloric tale of generosity and cleverness rewarded in unexpected ways.
Sea Stories — Short tales of the ocean bring adventure, curiosity, and a touch of danger to readers.
The Swallow and the Nightingale — Two birds' story explores friendship and the different paths each life can take.
Mischief Makers — Playful characters get into trouble in stories that balance humor with gentle consequences.

About the Authors
This collection was selected by Michael Morpurgo, the celebrated British author of War Horse and former Children's Laureate, known for his gift for choosing stories that resonate with young readers. The individual tales are written and retold by a range of respected children's authors and illustrators, including Charles Perrault, Aesop, Joanna Nadin, Jeanne Willis, Pippa Goodhart, Adele Geras, Susan Gates, Kimberley Reynolds, Jon Blake, Malachy Doyle, Jonny Zucker, Tony Bradman, and Michael Foreman, each bringing a distinct voice and storytelling style to this varied, engaging set that spans fairy tales, myths, legends, and original stories for young readers.

Why You'll Love This Set
With fourteen bite-sized adventures in one paperback set, this collection is ideal for summer reading, back-to-school confidence building, or a memorable birthday gift. Parents and teachers alike will appreciate how easily these stories fit into bedtime routines, classroom libraries, or a child's very own growing bookshelf, making it a thoughtful stocking stuffer too.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.