Joel Chandler Harris

Uncle Remus Stories was first published in 1906 by Joel Chandler Harris, is presented here with full illustrations by A. B . Frost and Harry Rowntree. Uncle Remus is a collection of animal stories, songs, and oral folklore, collected from Southern United States African-Americans. Many of the stories are didactic, much like those of Aesop's Fables and the stories of Jean de La Fontaine. Uncle Remus is a kindly old former slave who serves as a storytelling device, passing on the folktales to children gathered around him. Br'er Rabbit ("Brother Rabbit") is the main character of the stories, a likable character, prone to tricks and trouble-making who is often opposed by Br'er Fox and Br'er Bear. In one tale, Br'er Fox constructs a lump of tar and puts clothing on it. When Br'er Rabbit comes along he addresses the "tar baby" amiably, but receives no response. Br'er Rabbit becomes offended by what he perceives as Tar Baby's lack of manners, punches it, and becomes stuck.

Each book contains two of Joel Chandler Harris's much-loved Brer Rabbit adventures, retold in the 'see-and-say' rebus style to help children to grow in reading confidence. Age 4+ Enjoy the mischievous adventures of Brer Rabbit and his friends in this 'see and say' storybook. Children love to join in by saying the picture words aloud, and as their recognition and understanding develop, their confidence and reading skills will grow. Includes picture word guide - a great aid for encouraging and developing reading skills - perfect for sharing together or for children to enjoy by themselves - ideal for storytime, bedtime or just about anytime Collect all the titles in this Rebus series: BRER RABBIT & THE HONEY POT - BRER RABBIT & BRER FOX -BRER RABBIT & THE GREAT RACE - BRER RABBIT & THE TAR BABY.

Each book contains two of Joel Chandler Harris's much-loved Brer Rabbit adventures, retold in the 'see-and-say' rebus style to help children to grow in reading confidence. Age 4+ Enjoy the mischievous adventures of Brer Rabbit and his friends in this 'see and say' storybook. Children love to join in by saying the picture words aloud, and as their recognition and understanding develop, their confidence and reading skills will grow. Includes picture word guide - a great aid for encouraging and developing reading skills - perfect for sharing together or for children to enjoy by themselves - ideal for storytime, bedtime or just about anytime Collect all the titles in this Rebus series: BRER RABBIT & THE HONEY POT - BRER RABBIT & BRER FOX -BRER RABBIT & THE GREAT RACE - BRER RABBIT & THE TAR BABY.