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Jack and the Baked Beanstalk Hardcover – July 10, 2012

by Colin Stimpson (Author, Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 151 ratings
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"Fee-fi-fo-fummy, I'm always counting money!"

Jack and his mom run a little café, but business has dried up and they're nearly broke. So when Jack comes home with only an old can of baked beans in return for their last few pennies, his mother throws it out the window. Overnight it grows into a gigantic baked beanstalk, which takes Jack to the castle of a giant who spends all his time counting his huge fortune. Jack helps the giant to find something more fun to do, and saves the café in the process!
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Lexile measure
    AD720L
  6. Dimensions
    10.07 x 0.38 x 11.64 inches
  7. Publisher
    Templar
  8. Publication date
    July 10, 2012
  9. ISBN-10
    0763655635
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0763655631
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Illustrator Stimpson’s authorial debut gives Jack and the Beanstalk a needed overhaul, infusing the story with humor, warmth, and an evocative Depression-era setting... A lovely if ambitious bedtime readaloud whose cinematic artwork enthralls.
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Stimpson’s authorial debut is a remaking of the timeless fairy tale that includes both a wonderfully fleshed-out city circa the 1930s and an ending that is happy for everyone.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

About the Author

Colin Stimpson studied illustration at Kingston School of Art. He has worked for many years as an Art Director and Production Designer for Walt Disney Feature Animation and Steven Spielberg, among others. He also illustrated The Poison Diaries by the Duchess of Northumberland. This is his debut as both author and illustrator. Colin Stimpson lives in Surrey, England.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Templar (July 10, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0763655635
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0763655631
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD720L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.25 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.07 x 0.38 x 11.64 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 151 ratings

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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
151 global ratings

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BoyMom
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2017
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I love this book!! I use it for a project with my sixth grade students at the beginning of the year to review story elements. They love the book, and the illustrations are magnificent!
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Karolina
5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2012
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I enjoyed Colin's artwork, but I suppose from reading, listening and digesting scripts and writings over the years, his own genius had to evolve. It is definately a must for the wish list if you enjoy a good hardcover with the whole kit and kaboddle.
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Howard Fisher
5.0 out of 5 stars Cool Hip Update of a Classic Tale.
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2015
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Very clever take on "Jack and the Beanstalk." iIlustrations are as clever as the text. Very funny.
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Nicola Dunne
4.0 out of 5 stars The artwork alone is beautiful, and with the modern text is fantastic
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2014
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A positive, inclusive version of the traditional classic. The artwork alone is beautiful, and with the modern text is fantastic.
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Joyce Fruscio
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny funny funny great book
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2015
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Received in a timely manner. Funny funny funny great book.
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safoura
5.0 out of 5 stars A master piece
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2018
The book is great. It's illustration is magnificent. Unbelievable how details the writer and illustrator paid attention to.
I do kids book illustration and this book could be my bible.
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Bookworm
5.0 out of 5 stars Jack is Back!
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2012
Jack and the Baked Beanstalk
by Colin Stimpson

If you liked the original Jack and the Beanstalk story, you will love this modern version of the same fairy tale with a twist! The illustrations also add an animated sense of magic and wonder to the story.

The family business was struggling to survive, so when Jack used their last few pennies on magic baked beans, his mom got angry and threw them out the window. That little mistake grew into a GIGANTIC problem. Then ultimately, the lesson learned is that the best things in life are free!

School Core Curriculum Connections: Fairy Tales, story elements, and making comparisons and predictions.
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Randall W. Fullmer
5.0 out of 5 stars jack and the baked beanstalk
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2012
This is a completely charming book. The artistry of Colin Stimpson feels like it's from a day gone by when life was simpler and imaginations were the best form of entertainment. His drawings and paintings are from the highest level of illustration that have the ability to transport you magically into another world. To me, this book has all the charm of the early Disney movies. A pure entertainment pleasure!!
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Lena
5.0 out of 5 stars love it
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 3, 2024
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Interesting story and Illustrations are impressive, my son enjoys to read and then look at the picture with characters.
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Zoeee
5.0 out of 5 stars A huge hit with children!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 14, 2021
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Bought this for my class- they absolutely love it and keep asking me to read it again! Also fast delivery and great condition.
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it is awesome
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book, excellent illustrations too
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 17, 2019
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Absolutely brilliant book! Kids loved in in Year 2 class and also used it for one to one plan for pupil with behavioural needs and he thought it was awesome! Definitely recommend for infant pupils
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Sh x
4.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2020
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Good illustrations. Nice alternative.
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Charley
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant twist to a traditional tale.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 3, 2018
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My Reception class really enjoyed this story. The twist of the giant being a friendly cook is lovely and prompted some good discussions in the class. Love the illustrations too!
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