The Firebird

by Mairi Mackinnon

The Russian folktale retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Prince Ivan sets off in search of the Firebird, which has been stealing his father's golden apples. A story of bravery, determination and magic that has captivated generations, and inspired iconic paintings, music and ballet. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

Genres: Fantasy, Childrens

64 pages, Hardcover

First published March 30, 2010

About the author

Mairi Mackinnon has lived in England, Scotland, France, Italy and Spain, and worked as a teacher, translator and tour manager before joining Usborne. Over the years she has written and edited Usborne books in sixteen languages, from Arabic to Welsh. She lives in a house full of teenagers, books and curious musical instruments.

Reviews

[Jacklyn (ReadingBliss) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Preread for my kids.

This might have been a children’s book, but I enjoyed this one. It is a beloved Russian folktale, according to the back cover, that I had never heard of. Appropriate for all ages, I would recommend to everyone with kids.

[Kriveen Naidoo · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick read for me

[Hugo Maldonado · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Russian folktale was recommended to our class by a sister class in Siberia. We enjoyed the plot very much.

[Emma · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story about wants and needs. Always looking for folktales for the library and this one is great, love that it has a blurb about its origins on the final page.

[Navmi · Rating 3 out of 5]

read this with my 7-year-old niece and impressed her with my reading prowess. i'm considered very cool now. thanks mackinnon.

[✧ hayley (the sugar bowl) ✧ · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Was asked to review this by our local library service. Read it to a group of 9 year old girls who really enjoyed it. A story of challenges and love.