Tales for Great Grandchildren (full) app for iPhone and iPad

Master storyteller John Jackson’s glorious illustrated book comes to life in this collection of folk and fairy tales from India and Nepal. Discover a magical world of talking tigers, flying turtles and a king faced with a troublesome water spirit! Complete with beautiful, animated illustrations, these tales are funny, fantastical and, like all good folk tales, a little bit grim! Recommended age 7-12.

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REVIEWS

‘Exquisite illustrations that readers will lose themselves in.’
Alyson Rudd, Book Club Editor, The Times

‘A truly beautiful book. A treasure.’
Michael Foreman, Two time Winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal

‘Immaculate; timeless tales…that children will pore over time and time again.’
Jamila Gavin, Winner of the Whitbread Children’s Book of the Year

‘As a reteller myself, I know how a quality book of myths should feel. This one ticks all the boxes and has the added plus of introducing me to some wonderful new stories from India and Nepal.’
Lucy Coats, Bestselling author of the Greek Beasts and Heroes series

‘A veritable jewel box of ancient tales, retold to entrance children of all ages, today.’
Sally Vickers, Bestselling author and former Man Booker Prize Judge

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SPECIAL FEATURES


* Introducing the Tales: John Jackson introduces his collection of short stories.
* 13 animated tales including exquisite, original watercolour illustrations by critically acclaimed artist, Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini. Each illustration is magically brought to life using sophisticated animation techniques and sound effects.
* Read to Me function: choose to have the introduction and story read to you by author John Jackson.
* Tales Behind the Tales: a chapter of additional material including biographies of the author and illustrator.
* 24 original, animated illustrations by Daniela Jaglenka Terrazzini.
* Additional bonus feature films, ‘Inspiration Behind the Tales’ and ‘The Illustrative Journey’.

Watch the trailer here: www.jjbooks.com/media

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