Jack and the Beanstalk

Written by Mara Alperin
Illustrated by Mark Chambers

Suitable for: 0-5 years, 5-7 years (Key stage 1)

Sponsored by: The 29th May 1961 Charitable Trust

Available braille grades: Grade 1, Grade 2

This book is part of a series called My First Fairytales.
These simple re-tellings of classic fairy tales make a perfect read for young and old alike!

When Jack climbs up an enormous beanstalk, he discovers a giant’s castle high up in the clouds. But the giant likes to eat little boys…
How ever will Jack escape?

Read by Mama G

Listen to an audio clip

Hello there, my name is Mama G. It’s lovely to meet you. You might have already heard of this story. It’s the famous fairy-tale Jack and the Beanstalk. I’m going to share this exciting tale with you and describe the pictures. Let’s start by exploring the front cover. The title of the book is written in big, shiny purple letters. On the left hand side of the cover is a giant, he’s so big that only his brown lace up boots and the bottom of his legs fit in the picture. A little boy and a chicken are running away from the giant and waving their arms and wings in the air. I don’t think he’s a very friendly giant.

What's inside

A picture book with braille pages and painted, raised tactile images.
Audio descriptions with music and sound effects on CD, and USB if you have chosen this format. Audio description available to stream from your online account.
An ‘Articles for the Blind’ returns label for the free and convenient return of the box.