Shakespeare Children's Stories by William Shakespeare - 20 Books Collection Set - Ages 7-9 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
All's Well That Ends Well
Antony and Cleopatra
As You Like It
The Comedy of Errors
Cymbeline, King of Britain
Julius Caesar
King Lear
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Much Ado About Nothing
Othello, the Moor of Venice
Romeo and Juliet
The Tragedy of Macbeth
The Merchant of Venice
The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Timon of Athens
Twelfth Night
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
The Tempest
The Taming of the Shrew
The Winter's Tale

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781782260202
Publisher: Sweet Cherry Publishing
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)

Overview
This 20-book Shakespeare Children's Stories collection from Sweet Cherry Publishing brings the Bard's greatest plays to young readers in a friendly, easy-to-follow format. Each simplified retelling keeps the heart of the original story while trading dense Elizabethan verse for clear, age-appropriate prose that flows naturally for confident young readers. From tragedy and romance to comedy and history, this paperback box set offers a complete tour of Shakespeare's world, making it an ideal classroom library addition, homeschool resource, or gift for a young reader ready to meet Hamlet, Juliet, and Macbeth for the first time.

About the Books
William Shakespeare wrote 39 plays that have shaped storytelling for over four centuries, and this complete 20-book set brings every one of his most celebrated works within reach of young readers. Each title has been thoughtfully narrated and simplified by Macaw Books so that children can follow the plots, characters, and themes that make Shakespeare's plays timeless, without getting lost in archaic language. The retellings preserve the essential drama, humor, and heart of each play: the ambition of Macbeth, the star-crossed romance of Romeo and Juliet, the mistaken identities of The Comedy of Errors, and the magic of The Tempest all come through clearly. Line drawing illustrations throughout add visual context and help bring each scene to life. Because the set spans tragedies, comedies, histories, and romances, young readers get a genuine survey of Shakespeare's range in one sitting, rather than a single isolated story. Teachers can use individual titles to introduce specific plays before students tackle the originals in middle or high school, while parents can simply enjoy these as engaging bedtime or read-aloud stories. The compact paperback format makes each book easy to hold and carry, encouraging independent reading, while the simplified narration builds vocabulary and reading stamina. This collection is a trusted first step into classic literature for confident young readers, one that pairs perfectly with a family bookshelf or a school reading corner.

Key Benefits

• Complete 20-book set covers all of Shakespeare's most famous plays in one collection
• Simplified, kid-friendly retellings make classic drama approachable for young readers
• Compact paperback format is easy to hold, carry, and read independently
• Line drawing illustrations throughout support comprehension and engagement
• Great for classroom libraries, homeschooling, and building reading confidence
• A memorable gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading

Book-by-Book Guide
All's Well That Ends Well — A clever young woman named Helena wins the heart of a reluctant nobleman through wit and determination.
Antony and Cleopatra — The powerful Roman general Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra navigate a passionate, doomed love affair.
As You Like It — Rosalind flees to the Forest of Arden in disguise, leading to mistaken identities and playful romance.
The Comedy of Errors — Two sets of separated twins cause a wave of confusion and mix-ups in the city of Ephesus.
Cymbeline, King of Britain — Princess Imogen faces jealousy, disguise, and a long journey before her family is reunited.
Julius Caesar — Roman senators conspire against their powerful leader, setting off a chain of betrayal and civil war.
King Lear — An aging king divides his kingdom among his daughters, with tragic consequences for trusting the wrong ones.
A Midsummer Night's Dream — Mischievous fairies meddle in the love lives of four young Athenians lost in an enchanted forest.
Much Ado About Nothing — Two reluctant lovers, Beatrice and Benedick, are tricked into realizing their true feelings for each other.
Othello, the Moor of Venice — A respected general is manipulated by a jealous soldier into doubting the loyalty of his new wife.
Romeo and Juliet — Two teenagers from feuding families fall in love in Verona, with tragic results for both.
The Tragedy of Macbeth — A Scottish lord's ambition, fueled by prophecy and his wife's urging, leads him toward the throne and to ruin.
The Merchant of Venice — A merchant's risky loan sets off a courtroom drama involving mercy, justice, and a pound of flesh.
The Two Gentlemen of Verona — Two close friends find their loyalty tested when they both fall for the same young woman.
Timon of Athens — A generous nobleman's fortunes and friendships collapse once his wealth runs out.
Twelfth Night — Shipwrecked twin Viola disguises herself as a man, setting off a tangle of mistaken love in Illyria.
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark — A Danish prince seeks revenge for his father's murder while wrestling with doubt and grief.
The Tempest — A stranded sorcerer named Prospero uses magic to guide his enemies toward forgiveness on an enchanted island.
The Taming of the Shrew — A headstrong young woman named Katherina meets her match in the equally stubborn Petruchio.
The Winter's Tale — A king's jealous accusation shatters his family, until years later bring an unexpected reunion and reconciliation.

About the Author
William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English playwright and poet widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language, and the author of 39 plays including Hamlet, Macbeth, and Romeo and Juliet. His works have been translated into every major language and are still performed and studied worldwide more than 400 years after his death. For this collection, Shakespeare's original plays have been thoughtfully retold and narrated by Macaw Books, whose simplified adaptations are designed to make these classic stories accessible and enjoyable for young readers meeting the Bard for the very first time.

Why You'll Love This Set
This complete 20-book set makes Shakespeare fun, approachable, and genuinely enjoyable for young readers. It's a wonderful gift for a birthday, holiday season, or back-to-school reading list, and a smart addition to any classroom or home library. Compact, colorful, and easy to read, it turns classic drama into an adventure kids will want to revisit again and again.

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