The Three Wishes

Usborne First Reading Level 1

by Lesley Sims (Retold by), Elisa Squillace (Illustrator)

Nat and Ned are poor and often hungry, until Ned rescues a fairy. Are all their troubles over for good?

Genres: Picture Books, Fiction, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

First published March 27, 2009

About the author

Lesley dreamed of being a writer, but studied law as her mother insisted she had "something to fall back on". Since joining Usborne Publishing, she has written and edited hundreds of books, from funny rhyming stories to an award-winning history book. Nowadays, she is often found recording books, too, in Usborne's very own recording studio.

Reviews

[Brandi Wilson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was different! The Three Wishes is a retold story from Northern Europe. It is designed for beginning readers, but honestly it did not seem to hold my interest. I feel like the author cut straight to the point an didn't use enough detail in the book.

[Jenna Mills · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty depressing!

[Risca · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is kinda funny story. I laughed when reading it for my son😂It taught us to be careful of what you wish for and also about modesty.

[Emily Carter · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought three wishes was four wishes xxx

[Paul · Rating 2 out of 5]

A basic tale, but it highlights positive thinking and that’s a plus. Orla - despite waving it excitedly under my nose to read - didn’t appear fussed.

[zhanghao · Rating 5 out of 5]

Don't be upset or regretful if you miss out on something wonderful in the real world. Find solace in humor.