In "Old Granny and the Bean Thief" by Cynthia C. DeFelice, the whimsical tale follows Old Granny, a resourceful and spirited woman who discovers that her precious beans have been stolen. Determined to catch the thief, she sets a clever trap that leads to an unexpected surprise. As Granny navigates through her adventure, themes of community, deception, and cleverness unfold. With a mix of humor and suspense, the story highlights Granny’s quick thinking and resilience, ultimately showcasing the idea that sometimes the smallest characters can have the biggest impact. It’s a delightful read filled with heart and fun. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2003 by Farrar Straus Giroux .

Cynthia DeFelice is a successful children's author who lives in New York. This book was inspired by her grandfather who was apprenticed to a rural doctor at the age of twelve, and went on to become a respected surgeon. Tynia Thomassie, a Louisiana native, teaches middle school in New Jersey where she lives with her husband, jazz guitarist Dave Stryker, and their two sons. Ms. Smith lives in Pittsford, New York, with her pup Daisy. She received a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1961. She was an editorial illustrator for Rochester Gannett newspapers, and taught illustration at R. I. T. She has been drawing since she could hold a pencil in her hand and has been illustrating trade books since 1985.