"Peter and the Wolf" is like an enchanting introduction to the world of music and narratives for little ones. It’s where the excitement of a fairy tale meets the charm of a symphony, captivating your child’s imagination while subtly educating them about musical instruments and their voices. Engage with this time-honored classic and watch a tale of bravery and cunning unfold, through pages that sing.

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The story of Peter and the Wolf was written as a musical composition for children by the Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev. Since it was first performed in 1936, Peter and the Wolf has been used to teach millions of children about the way music can be used to tell a story. This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition of Peter and the Wolf is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. The story is sensitively retold, following the tale of how young Peter captures a dangerous wolf. Ladybird Tales are based on the original Ladybird retellings, with beautiful pictures of the kind children like best - full of richness and detail. Children have always loved, and will always remember, these classic fairy tales and sharing them together is an experience to treasure. Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children.

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