Robert James

Robert James

  • 4 stars across 11 books
Robert James has written and edited many books for children, but still loves the traditional stories best. Robert lives in Gloucestershire with his wife and very excitable labrador.
1st April 2011

Gingerbread Man

This delightful picture book is based on the beloved classic tale and retold for younger children. Run, run as fast as y... MoreGingerbread Man

(19 reviews) Review
14th March 2013

How the Camel Got His Hump

When a camel refuses to do his share of work, a djinn punishes him by giving him a hump in this graphic retelling of Rud... MoreHow the Camel Got His Hump

(1 review) Review
28th September 2007

The Magic Porridge Pot

Poor Hannah never has enough to eat, and can't believe her luck when she is given a magic porridge pot. But when a greed... MoreThe Magic Porridge Pot

(1 review) Review
25th August 2017

How the Elephant Got Its Trunk

Curious Nambo is so clumsy with his short snout. No one will play with him or answer all his questions! He just wants to... MoreHow the Elephant Got Its Trunk

(0 reviews) Review
1st February 2011

Tadpoles Tales: Just So Stories - How the Camel Got His Hump

In this story, Camel is incredibly rude and lazy. All he says is 'Humph!' when anyone asks him to help...but the desert ... MoreTadpoles Tales: Just So Stories - How the Camel Got His Hump

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1st May 2010

Leapfrog Fairy Tales: The Enormous Turnip

When the farmer goes to pull the largest turnip out of the ground, he gets an enormous surprise! A classic with lots o... MoreLeapfrog Fairy Tales: The Enormous Turnip

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1st February 2011

Tadpoles Tales: Just So Stories - Old Man Kangaroo

In this story, vain Kangaroo thinks he should look even more special and demands the the desert god make him different t... MoreTadpoles Tales: Just So Stories - Old Man Kangaroo

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1st November 2009

The Magic Porridge Pot

When a poor girl receives a magic porridge pot, she is delighted - she and her mother need never be hungry again. But, o... MoreThe Magic Porridge Pot

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1st February 2011

Tadpoles Tales: Just So Stories - The Elephant's Child

In this story, the Elephant's child never, ever stops asking questions. But when he determines to find out what Crocodil... MoreTadpoles Tales: Just So Stories - The Elephant's Child

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