Introduce a timeless collection of classic fairy tales with the Ladybird Tales 16 Picture Books Collection Set — perfect for parents, teachers, gift buyers and young readers. This charming boxed-style collection brings together 16 beloved stories retold by Nicola Baxter in easy-to-read paperback editions, making it an ideal children’s series for early reading, bedtime stories and classroom storytime. Each entry in this book collection is drawn from traditional folk and fairy tales that have delighted generations. Nicola Baxter, who has compiled and retold many fairy and folk tale collections and contributed to Ladybird’s First Favourite Tales series, presents these stories with clear language and engaging narrative flow — trusted by parents and educators who want reliable, age-appropriate retellings from a respected children’s publisher. Titles in This Set. The collection includes the following stories presented as paperback editions:. The Three Little Pigs Goldilocks and the Three Bears The Enormous Turnip The Ugly Duckling Hansel and Gretel Cinderella Chicken Licken Puss in Boots The Three Billy Goats Gruff Jack and the Beanstalk The Wizard of Oz The Little Red Hen The Gingerbread Man The Elves and the Shoemaker Alice in Wonderland Little Red Riding Hood. Product Details. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780241397176. What makes this boxed set different from other fairy tale compilations is its focus on accessibility and consistency: each story is retold to suit younger readers while preserving the core themes and characters that make these tales timeless. Nicola Baxter’s experience compiling classic children’s poetry and retellings lends authenticity and readability, helping children build vocabulary, comprehension and imagination. Why parents, teachers and gift buyers love this set. Perfect for bedtime reading and family storytime — short, engaging tales that hold attention. Great resource for early learning and literacy development in preschool and early primary classrooms. Flexible use — individual paperbacks are easy to carry, share or gift separately. An affordable boxed set of classic stories from a well-known children’s publisher. Trusted retellings by Nicola Baxter — suitable for introducing classic literature to young readers.. This Ladybird Tales 16 Picture Books Collection Set is a delightful gift set and a practical addition to any home, school or library. Whether you’re building a children’s bookshelf, searching for a timeless keepsake, or looking for engaging reading material to spark a love of stories, this collection offers enduring tales retold with care — ideal for creating lasting reading memories.