In this joyfully retold Hungarian version of “The Golden Goose,” a shepherd lad befriends a lamb whose fleece is the color of gold. The lad and the lamb set off on a journey, with the lamb dancing and frolicking as the boy plays his flute. Along the way they meet one person after another who tries to put an end to their merriment, but soon enough each has no choice but to join the cheerful procession and help the shepherd boy win his fortune and fulfill his destiny. Whimsically illustrated in delicious colors, this lively tale about the magic of music and the infectiousness of a light heart will have young children ready to join in the celebration.
- ISBN: 9780395715260
- Author: Greene, Ellin
- Published: 2000 , Clarion Books
- Themes: Folktales and Fairytales, Humor, musical instruments
- Descriptors: Europe, Folklore and Fairy Tales, Hungary, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)
- No. of pages: 32