Scottish Folk Tales for Children

A giant sea monster ... trees that can dance ... a water-horse ... a girl so clever she outwits a giant ... Welcome to the world of the Scottish folk tale - a world of talking animals, mischief-making witches, giants, trolls, bold girls, reckless boys and, of course, the Wee Folk. These stories - specially chosen to be enjoyed by 7 to 11-year-old readers - burst with adventure and glitter with magic. As old as the mountains and the glens, these well- loved tales are retold by storyteller Judy Paterson.

Auteur
Judy Paterson is a professional storyteller and published writer, mostly of children's books. Previously a teacher, and headteacher, she is passionate about heritage, the need to preserve it and to make it accessible to children. Judy has travelled far and wide as a storyteller but her first love is for the stories of Scotland.

Résumé
A giant sea monster trees that can dance a water-horse a girl so clever she outwits a giant Welcome to the world of the Scottish folk tale a world of talking animals, mischief-making witches, giants, trolls, bold girls, reckless boys and, of course, the Wee Folk. These stories specially chosen to be enjoyed by 7 to 11-year-old readers burst with adventure and glitter with magic. As old as the mountains and the glens, these well- loved tales are retold by storyteller Judy Paterson.