Consider this an annotated bibilography of some of Aesop's more popular fables. It gives the lessons, a beautiful lino-cut illustration, and a summary of the story. A great refresher for those who can't remember their Aesop fables. ( )

Interesting book design.  The images & captions are full page and could be removed & framed, leaving behind the (condensed) stories and the large thumbnail images as a book to stay on the child's shelf. I didn't particularly enjoy the choices or art, though.  Then again, I'm not a big fan of woodcuts.  You decide for yourself. ( )

A gorgeous picture-book, recommended to me by a friend, Mice, Morals, & Monkey Business features Christopher Wormell's vividly colorful linoleum-block prints, each paired with a moral and accompanying fable name, in huge letters. The fables from which these morals are derived are produced at the back of the book, so older children can read the story, while younger readers are entertained by the illustrations and simple morals.

I have to agree with my friend Chandra, that the artwork is what makes this edition of Aesop worthwhile - I spent my entire morning train-ride leafing through these pages, and came away with a desire to explore Wormell's artwork further. I think I might have to hunt down his Teeth, Tails, & Tentacles An Animal Counting Book... ( )

Large linoleum- print illustrations & large font, simple & spare text combine to create a book that is a good introduction of Aesop's fables to young children. The format lends itself well to small group read-alouds and/or one-on-one readings.