Childhood is an amazing and serene time, when you don’t have to think about the heavy burden of responsibility and adult problems. A small child, who only takes the first steps on the planet, with curiosity examines every detail and detail of the environment, asking his parents thousands of questions of interest. Children's literature, in particular fairy tales, will allow you to understand this world, teach you to treat your elders with respect and behave correctly. This list contains books with fairy tales that will delight not only the youngest, but also adults.
Tales of the Brothers Grimm
Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are not only creators of fairy tale collections, but also respected German brothers involved in the creation of an etymological dictionary, the development of folklore and linguistic science. Their tales are original and unusual, but at the same time very cruel. Their works in unedited form can hardly be called good, because in the Middle Ages, cruelty was commonplace.For example, in the original version of the tale, Bluebeard killed all his wives, hanging their bodies in a basement on a hook.
Why are their tales worthy of special attention? First of all, they will teach the child not to give up, to overcome the troubles of life and difficulties. The tales of the Brothers Grimm are led to believe in justice and will show that you can achieve a goal only if you go to it bravely. Also, the main characters of their works will demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness, be smart and teach you to predict the actions of opponents and enemies, which is extremely important for child development.
Tales of Charles Perrot
As mentioned earlier, the Brothers Grimm were not very worried about the cruelty of the stories, presenting the harsh reality as it is. As for Charles Perrault, he, taking popular folklore, qualitatively worked it out (polished), which resulted in unique literary works that attract both children and adults. In his fairy tales there is no place for rude words and cruelty, and the author’s writing talent will make a collection of fairy tales the reference book of any child.
Why read the tales of Charles Perrault? They will teach a child to see the invisible, but at the same time tangible line between good and evil, bad and good actions. Fairy tales show that fate always punishes liars and evil characters, but good and honest heroes always find a well-deserved reward. Also, the works will teach not to trust anyone, but the most vivid example will be the fairy tale “Gifts of Fairies”, where jewels fell from the mouth of a kind girl, and toads from the mouth of envious podorina.
Tales of Hans Christian Andersen
Another excellent author of children's fairy tales, which thanks to him received worldwide recognition. It is noteworthy that the author hated his fairy tales and repeatedly tried to succeed in other genres, however, he did not succeed. The first collection, which includes tales of the Mermaid, the tin soldier and Thumbelina, allowed him to gain triumph, forgetting about poverty forever. The main feature of fairy tales - often the main characters - are non-trivial characters, for example, toys, flowers or kitchen utensils.
Why are Andersen's fairy tales worth seeing? First of all they are kind, there is no obvious violence. At the same time, fairy tales imbued with wisdom and compassion, will teach loyalty and the ability to remain faithful to their ideals. Also, the works will be a good incentive to study history, because they all have a hidden incentive, a call for scientific research of real prototypes.
Through the magic ring
The British collection of fairy tales attracts with its originality and mystery. Considering the pictures, the child is able to believe in the existence of such characters as fairies and elves, leprechauns and unicorns. Thanks to these tales, the child develops his imagination, plunges into an amazing magical world filled with bright colors.
The book is undoubtedly worth the attention, because the understanding of subtle English humor positively affects the child’s intellectual abilities. The main characters are joking harmlessly, but at the same time aptly (not in the eyebrow, but in the eye). Through the magic ring is not just a book, but a real manual on skepticism and sarcasm. Special attention should be paid to Irish tales, having a positive conclusion, regardless of the severity of the tests and obstacles that were in the way of the main characters.
Efim Druts Golden Bricks
Here are collected amazing, but at the same time scary stories, the creation of which left an imprint on the nomadic life of the Roma. Efim Druts in his book collected unique stories and legends about this nation, creating beautiful children's fairy tales. With this book, the child will be able to discover new horizons, dive into an unusual world with vast expanses and many secrets. Together with the main characters, the reader will come face to face with magic and witchcraft, will meet with the creatures of darkness and fight with the living dead. Due to some severity and gloom, the book is not recommended for the youngest readers, but will become a reference book for any student.
Tales of Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin
Pushkin is a writer who has made an invaluable contribution to Russian literature, greatly enriching the literature of our people. To create fairy tales, the author collected folklore and ideas from around the world, for example, The Sleeping Princess is the equivalent of Snow White, and Ruslan and Lyudmila is based on Slavic epics. A characteristic feature is the language of the author, because the words used to tell tales deserve applause. The book will allow the child to feel the invincible power of the Russian spirit.
Why read? All the tales of Alexander Sergeyevich are very simple to understand, since they reflect a mentality close in spirit. The reasons for the actions of the main characters do not need to be explained to the child, because for him they are quite simple and understandable, there is a bright contrast between good and evil, thanks to which the child can easily distinguish between “white” and “black”. Domestic fairy tales have no such dissonance as, for example, the fairy tale “Hansel and Gretel”, where seemingly nice and kind children burn an elderly woman alive.
Rudyard Kipling "The Book of the Jungle"
The jungle book is not just a fairy tale or fiction, because there is a collection of philosophical parables and fables. If you delve into the book, you can find that every member of the animal world is a character similar to a different type of people. Thus, Balu is a wise mentor, Kaa is a philosopher, Akela is a leader and leader, Bagheera is a loyal and reliable friend. No less attractive look and negative heroes, for example, Tabaki - a liar and a deceiver, Sher Khan - insidious and evil. The book will teach a child to live in the modern world, where there is good and evil, will recognize the true appearance of a person and show how important it is to never give up.
