Quince and the Three Witches

Tammy Johnson's Quince and the Three Witches is a delightful and original adaptation of the classic Goldilocks and the Three Bears. In this story, Quince is a curious and ill-mannered lad who comes upon a castle hidden deep in the forest and walks right in without knocking. Following his nose, he enters the kitchen and discovers three bowls of brew, sized large, medium and small. Finding them all filled with a disgusting liquid (prepared with leg of spider!), he moves on to the library and tests the three chairs. Each one is unsuited to his need for a comfortable place to read and so he continues his exploration. Ultimately, he comes face-to-face with the witches and runs for his life.The charm of this story goes beyond the captivating adaptation of an international classic. Children will love the playful language, and the simple story is a wonderful primer to help reading readiness. The perfect book for parents to read to their children, Quince and the Three Witches is not only an enchanting story, but a book to teach children about following rules and respecting others.Tammy Johnson's story is ideal for the ears of eager and imaginative children, a wonderful primer for children learning to read, and a delight for parents who put aside time to read to their children. As with Goldilocks, little Quince learns important lessons about following the rules and respecting others. Cover Text: Tammy Johnson's Quince and the Three Witches is a delightful and original adaptation of the classic Goldilocks and the Three Bears. In this story, Quince is a curious and ill-mannered lad who comes upon a castle hidden deep in the forest and walks right in without knocking. Following his nose, he enters the kitchen and discovers three bowls of brew, sized large, medium and small. Finding them all filled with a disgusting liquid (prepared with leg of spider!), he moves on to the library and tests the three chairs. Each one is unsuited to his need for a comfortable place to read and so he continues his exploration. Ultimately, he comes face-to-face with the witches and runs for his life.Ms. Johnson has taken her extensive experience as a reading teacher and applied this to her story. With a focus on reading comprehension and enjoyment, Quince and the Three Witches is an excellent building block for young readers.Author bio: Tammy Johnson has taught elementary reading in the Palm Beach area for thirteen years. The mother of two, she understands very well the importance of creating a story that captures children's imaginations and makes them want to read. Ms. Johnson lives with her family in Palm Beach, Florida.