The Twelve Brothers

Marusha is as pretty as she is good and hard working. When her stepmother and sister send her out into the cold to find violets in January, how can Marusha possibly succeed? This midwinter story from the Czech Republic reminds us to be respectful towards nature.

About This Book

By: Caitlín Matthews

Illustrated by: Helen Cann

Published by: Barefoot Books

8-11Age Range

5.2AR

19Pages

Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & MythsSubject

890LLexile

5-20 minsReading Time

TGuided Reading

TFountas & Pinnell

50DRA