Alina Niemi

The Three Billy Goats Gruff Alina Niemi

"Long, long ago, in a narrow ravine, Lived three billy goats, near hills that were green. Each morning they travelled for breakfast, until They reached the sweet grass, high on the hill. Before they could reach the food on the ridge, They had to cross over a brook, on a bridge. But under the bridge, silently waiting, An ugly troll hid, his mouth salivating." Find out what happens to the goats and the troll in this classic Norwegian folk tale, retold in rhyming verse. For folktale and fairy tale lovers, this story is true to the classic, with three goat brothers and a troll that lives under the bridge. Parts of the original Nose folk tale are left intact, such as the final line: Snip, snap, snout. This tale's told out. Children's folktales are favorite books for a reason. This one will take you back to your childhood as you read it to your kids. And books make great gifts. Read this one to your child, spend quality time together, and you'll create memories to last a lifetime. And be sure to add your own funny voices for each character, to make it even more memorable and fun! Recommended for children age three to eight.