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From beloved author Tomie dePaola comes the classic, Caldecott Honor–winning story Strega Nona as a resized Classic Board Book!
Strega Nona—“Grandma Witch”—is the source for potions, cures, magic, and comfort in her Calabrian town. Her magical ever-full pasta pot is especially intriguing to hungry Big Anthony. Big Anthony is supposed to look after her house and tend her garden, but one day, when she goes over the mountain to visit Strega Amelia, he recites the magic verse over the pasta pot, with disastrous results.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Enchanting Italian folklore with a humorous magic mishap.
Who is this book for?
This delightful story captures the warm humor and charming magic of traditional Italian folklore, perfect for young children. It's a fun way to introduce kids to the idea of curiosity and the importance of listening, all wrapped up in a colorful tale that sparks imagination. Fans of whimsical stories with a cultural twist will find this a timeless addition to their reading collection.
