Rumplestiltskin

Rumplestiltskin - Enjoy the famous tale of the miller’s daughter and the little man who can spin gold.

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Level 1 Sue Arengo Classic Tales

Enjoy the famous tale of the miller’s daughter and the little man who can spin gold. This richly illustrated series of retold fairy tales for children aged 5-12 years old will bring an extra dimension to your English teaching. With listening, speaking, reading, writing, and drama activities, Classic Tales graded readers make it easy for you to create complete language lessons around a popular and engaging traditional tale.

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Story Summary

The Boastful Father

A miller says his daughter can spin straw into gold. The king hears this and takes the girl to his castle. He gives her a room with straw. "Spin this into gold tonight or die," says the king. The girl is very sad because she cannot do it.

The Little Man's Help

A little man appears and helps the girl. First, he wants her necklace. Then he wants her ring. He spins all the straw into gold. The king is happy. But then the king gives her more straw. The little man says, "Give me your first baby when you are queen." The girl agrees.

The Queen's Baby

The girl becomes queen. She has a beautiful baby. The little man returns. He wants the baby. The queen cries. The little man says, "Guess my name in three days." He gives her three days to guess his name. The queen tries many names but cannot guess correctly.

The Secret Name

The queen sends a messenger to find names. On the last night, he sees the little man. The little man is dancing and singing around a fire. He sings, "No one knows my name! Rumpelstiltskin is my name!" The messenger tells the queen.

The Happy Ending

The little man returns. The queen says, "Is your name Rumpelstiltskin?" He gets very angry. He shouts and stamps his foot. Then he disappears forever. The queen and her baby are safe. They live happily ever after.

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About the Author

Sue Arengo

British author and editor of children's books

Sue Arengo is a British author who writes wonderful stories for children learning English. She has worked with Oxford University Press for over 20 years, creating books that are fun and easy to read.

A Storyteller for Young Learners of English

Sue Arengo is a British author who writes wonderful stories for children learning English. She has worked with Oxford University Press for over 20 years, creating books that are fun and easy to read. Many of her books are part of graded reader series like Classic Tales, Dominoes, and Oxford Bookworms.

Bringing Fairy Tales to Life

One of Sue's most famous works is the Classic Tales series. This award-winning series retells traditional fairy tales like The Ugly Duckling, The Magic Brocade, and The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse. These stories are written in simple English, making them perfect for children learning English as a second language. The series is loved by teachers and students worldwide and is now in its second edition.

Creating Original Stories

Sue Arengo doesn't just rewrite old stories—she also creates new ones! Books like Baby Robot and Archie's Sweet Shop show her talent for writing fun, imaginative stories. These books help children enjoy reading and improve their English at the same time.

A Talent for Art

Did you know Sue Arengo is also an artist? Using the name Kisa, she paints colorful and imaginative pictures with oil paints. Her art has been shown in exhibitions, including one at John Wesley's Methodist Chapel in Bristol. Sue even illustrated her own fairy tale called Lord of the Meadow. This beautiful story, set in an English summer meadow, has many small oil-painted illustrations.

Inspiring Young Readers

Sue Arengo's work is special because it helps young learners discover the joy of reading. Her books make English easy and fun for children all over the world. With her creativity and talent, Sue continues to inspire young readers to dream big and learn with enthusiasm.

If you are looking for interesting books for English learners, Sue Arengo's stories are a great place to start. Her work combines learning with imagination, making reading an enjoyable experience for everyone.