His Fairytale Life: A Book About Hans Christian Andersen
CCBC Review:
Growing up a poor, illiterate Danish boy, a remarkable destiny seemed unlikely for Hans Christian Andersen. Today known worldwide as the Father of the Modern Fairy Tale, the creator of 156 fairy stories (only 12 based on actual folktales), Andersen’s life experiences echoed the trials and tribulations of the animals and princesses searching for love and meaning in his stories. The entire text of this efficient and admiring biography is a single sentence, complemented by warm watercolor illustrations that animate Andersen’s life and such memorable characters as the Ugly Duckling and the Snow Queen. ©2026 Cooperative Children’s Book Center
Illustrated by Brooke Boynton-Hughes
CCBC Age Recommendation: 5-8
Age Range:
PreK-Early Elementary (Ages 4-7)
Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-10)
Formats:
Biography, Autobiography and Memoir
Picture book
Subjects:
Biography
Danes and Danish Americans
Folk and Fairy Tales
Writers and Writing
Publisher:
Neal Porter Books
Publish Year: 2025
Pages: 32
ISBN: 9780823451036
CCBC Location: Non-Fiction, 839 Yolen