Title: Strega Nona
Author: Tomi dePaola
Illustrator: Tomi dePaola
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Year: 1975
ISBN: 978-1442416666
Genre: folktale
Topics: food, magic, witches, consequences, Italy
Age Group: 3-7
Awards: Caldecott Honor (1976), A Horn Book Fanfare Best Book (1976)
Dewey Category: 398.220945
Format: Picture book
A Grandma Witch, a magic pot, and a curious boy are the ingredients for a fantastical tale of learning from the consequences of one's actions. The beautiful illustrations are simple yet effective in storytelling, and children will love the humorous tone.
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