Hansel and Gretel are left in a forest by their wicked stepmother. A witch traps them - how do they escape? Difficult words are highlighted with pictures to develop a better understanding along with an activity page at the end Fairy Tales for Early Readers is a series that helps you introduce your child to the world of books. Each story has been carefully created, keeping in mind the world of the young reader. Every title is beautifully illustrated and has simple language, opening up the world of fairy tales for the early reader.