“Toads and Diamonds” by Anita Lobel is a classic retelling of a fairy tale about two sisters with contrasting personalities. When the kind and gentle daughter of a widowed farmer helps a mysterious woman in need, she is rewarded with the gift of flowers and jewels that fall from her mouth when she speaks. In contrast, the selfish and rude sister receives a curse, spewing toads and snakes instead. The story explores themes of kindness, generosity, and the consequences of one’s actions, ultimately highlighting the value of a good heart over material wealth. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 1996 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc .

Anita Lobel's name is synonymous with the best in children's literature. She is the creator of such classics as Alison's Zinnia and Away from Home, and she received a Caldecott Honor for her illustrations in On Market Street. She is the creator of two books about her cat, Nini, One Lighthouse, One Moon (a New York Times Best Illustrated Book), and Nini Here and There. Her childhood memoir, No Pretty Pictures: A Child of War, was a finalist for the National Book Award. Anita Lobel lives in New York City. Anita Lobel's name is synonymous with the best in children's literature. She is the creator of such classics as Alison's Zinnia and Away from Home, and she received a Caldecott Honor for her illustrations in On Market Street. She is the creator of two books about her cat, Nini, One Lighthouse, One Moon (a New York Times Best Illustrated Book), and Nini Here and There. Her childhood memoir, No Pretty Pictures: A Child of War, was a finalist for the National Book Award. Anita Lobel lives in New York City.