Hansel and Gretel retold by Rika Lesser illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky*

**Caldecott Honor Book
Old-painting-like illustrations and wonderful word choice make this book an excellent choice to share this old tale.
Ms. Lesser's retelling is based on Wilhelm Grimm's first transcription.
*Highly recommend.
Warnings: witch, adult cruelty to children, the witch is burned to death, abandonment by parents, death
Guided Reading Level: N (3rd grade)
Grade Level Equivalent: 4.2