Compass Publishing brings Hans Christian Andersen's beloved fairy tales to its Compass Classic Readers line of readers. English language learners of all ages will enjoy developing their vocabulary and reading fluency as they read about the man who is always right, the Little Mermaid, tiny Thumbelina, and the Emperor's New Clothes. Students and teachers alike will be enchanted with these clever adaptations of Hans Christian Andersen warm and fanciful stories that are suitable for all ages. Compass Classic Readers provide beginning and intermediate English language learners accessible adaptations of the greatest works of literature. Carefuly designed to retell the stories using vocabulary and sentence structure appropriate for one of six different grade levels. Key Features - Carefully graded, retold-stories using appropriate vocabulary and sentence structure - Motivating full-color illustrations - Discussion questions before and after each chapter - A glossary of key vocabulary words - A short playlet for fun classroom activities - An MP3 CD of the full story - Companion workbook available separately - from Amzon