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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4.2/5)
Genre: Children's Classic, Fairy Tale, Early Reader

Book Review
Ladybird's ''Read it yourself'' series continues to deliver delightful adaptations of classic tales with this Level 3 edition of ''Rapunzel.'' This beloved fairy tale is presented in a format that is perfectly tailored for young readers who are building their confidence and ready for longer stories.

The story of Rapunzel is one of the most enduring fairy tales. A beautiful girl with long, magical hair is locked away in a tower by a wicked witch. Her only company is the witch herself, who visits by climbing Rapunzel's hair. The girl's world changes forever when a prince hears her singing and discovers the tower. Their love story is one of hope, perseverance, and the triumph of good over evil.

This Ladybird edition captures the magic of the original tale with clear, engaging text that is accessible for young readers. The Level 3 text is designed for ''more confident readers who can read simple stories with help.'' The sentences are longer and more varied than in lower levels, and the vocabulary is slightly more challenging, but the text is still carefully structured for readability. The story is broken into manageable sections, with plenty of support from the beautiful illustrations on every page.

The illustrations are simply lovely—warm, detailed, and full of charm. Rapunzel is depicted with her iconic long hair, the tower is suitably tall and mysterious, and the prince is handsome and kind. The witch is properly wicked without being too scary for young children. The pictures bring the story to life and will captivate young imaginations.

This book is ideal for children aged 5-7 who are ready to move beyond simple sentences and tackle a real story. It's perfect for fairy tale lovers and for any child who enjoys stories of magic and romance. The book also includes helpful guidance for parents and teachers, making it a valuable tool for developing reading skills.

''Rapunzel'' is a timeless tale of love and freedom. This Ladybird edition is a wonderful way for young readers to discover a classic story and build their reading confidence at the same time. Highly recommended for bedtime reading and for sparking a love of fairy tales.