Three Perfect Peaches: A French Folktale

This book is so good, I read it to my husband. He thought I was being a little silly, reading him a picture book, but ended up really getting into it and laughing out loud at the climax. This book does contain "broad humor" so, although you could read it to a younger child, they wouldn't catch on to many of the subtleties. The message that you shouldn't be rude to people still comes through. I believe that taking fairy tales out of our modern curriculum has had the unintended effect of eliminating the teaching of values. The way your face widens to a smile when the simple country lad teaches the pompous king a richly deserved lesson is an indication that the resolution is satisfying and pleasing even to an adult. It just makes you feel good, like all is right with the world, and the message is universal - you get what you deserve. This book is an excellent addition to any elementary or middle school classroom, as well as your own home. Don't let your family miss this one!

This is one of the cleverest folktales I have read to my third grade class. It has all the elements to sustain a child's attention and make them laugh. Just when you think the story has ended, you are drawn in again.