Books about Cunning
Award winning
Classics
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Roald Dahl, 1970
112 pages
Why to read
- Engaging tale sparks imagination and creativity.
- Teaches resilience and clever problem-solving skills.
- Illustrates teamwork and strategic thinking.
- Captivating storyline with memorable animal characters.

Fantastic Mr. Fox
Roald Dahl, 1970
Award winning
Lapin Plays Possum: Trickster Tales from the Louisiana Bayou
Sharon Arms Doucet, Scott Cook, 2002
64 pages
Why to read
- Vibrant storytelling celebrates Cajun folklore and culture.
- Introduces trickster themes, fostering creativity and wit.
- Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
- Interactive narrative boosts children's cognitive development.

Lapin Plays Possum: Trickster Tales from the Louisiana Bayou
Sharon Arms Doucet, Scott Cook, 2002
Rumplestiltskin
Heather Amery, 1989
15 pages
Why to read
- Classic fairy tale with engaging, suspenseful twists.
- Encourages creativity and strategic thinking in children.
- Introduces themes of resilience and resourcefulness.
- Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Rumplestiltskin
Heather Amery, 1989
Award winning
Giant Treasury of Brer Rabbit
Joel Chandler Harris, 1991
88 pages
Why to read
- Rich, vibrant tales stimulate young imaginations.
- Characters teach valuable life lessons and morals.
- Encourages creativity and clever problem-solving.
- Engaging narrative fosters a love for reading.

Giant Treasury of Brer Rabbit
Joel Chandler Harris, 1991
The little red hen and the sly fox
Vivian French, V. French, 1996
25 pages
Why to read
- Encourages teamwork and responsibility through captivating narrative.
- Builds empathy and understanding through character interaction.
- Enhances reading skills with rhythmic, repetitive text.
- Engaging storyline fosters curiosity and imagination.

The little red hen and the sly fox
Vivian French, V. French, 1996
Brer Rabbit and the Potato Fight
Enid Blyton, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
- Captivating fable teaches valuable life lessons humorously.
- Strengthens reading skills through engaging, rhythmic prose.
- Encourages creative problem-solving and strategic thinking.
- Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Brer Rabbit and the Potato Fight
Enid Blyton, 1998
Sly Fox and Red Hen
Peter Stevenson, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
- Classic tale with engaging, suspenseful narrative.
- Teaches cleverness and strategy in problem-solving.
- Strengthens reading skills and comprehension abilities.
- Encourages parent-child bonding through shared storytelling.

Sly Fox and Red Hen
Peter Stevenson, 1998
Fantastic Mr. Fox (Colour Edition)
Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, 2016
96 pages
Why to read
- Vibrant, engaging tale encourages creativity and imagination.
- Highlights teamwork, resourcefulness, and clever strategy.
- Colorful illustrations enhance the reading adventure.
- Ideal for nurturing young readers’ problem-solving skills.
