Recommendations based on Disney's The Lion Kingby Don Ferguson

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  1. Disney's The Little Mermaid

    by Walt Disney Company
    Ariel, a mermaid princess, falls in love with a human prince and makes a deal with an evil sea witch to become human and win his heart.

    Ariel is tired of living under the sea—she wants to be human and walk on land. More than anything else, Princess Ariel longs to visit the world of humans. She gets her chance after making a deal with ... (Goodreads)

  2. Disney's Beauty and the Beast

    by Teddy Slater
    A powerful story of bravery and self-sacrifice, in which a young woman falls in love with a Beast.

    Come be our guest in the Beast’s castle where teapots talk, spoons dance, and beautiful Belle discovers that things are never quite as they seem. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is retold in the ... (Goodreads)

  3. Finding Nemo

    by Andrew Stanton
    A clownfish named Marlin sets out on a journey to find his son Nemo, who was captured by a diver and taken to an aquarium in Sydney.

    The hit movie from Pixar Studios and Disney is now available in it's very own Cine-Manga! Finding Nemo follows the epic journeys of two fish, the overly cautious Marlin and his curious son, Nemo, who ... (Goodreads)

  4. Walt Disney's Three Little Pigs

    by Al Dempster
    A classic tale of three little pigs who must outwit a sly wolf to build their homes and stay safe.

    The three little pigs have never looked so cute and the big bad wolf never looked so bad in this retelling of the classic fairy tale! Vintage Disney artwork from the 1940s makes this book an ... (Goodreads)

  5. Walt Disney's Peter Pan

    by Eugene Bradley Coco
    Classic tale of a young boy and his flying adventures to the magical world of Neverland.

    With illustrations and vocabulary the kids can understand, this book provides an easy way for the kids to understand the story (of Peter Pan). It is a must for any children's book collection. ... (Goodreads)

  6. Walt Disney's Dumbo

    by Walt Disney Company
    The story of a little elephant with big ears who learns to fly and becomes a star in the circus.

    Everyone's favorite big-eared little elephant finds his way to the skies in this uplifting Little Golden Book. With artwork from the 1940s, allof the original charm and beauty of the Disney classic ... (Goodreads)

  7. Lady and the Tramp

    by Teddy Slater
    A romantic tale of two dogs who cross paths and form an unlikely bond.

    What do you get when you combine a dog from the wrong side of the tracks with a pampered pooch? One of the most beloved animated films of all time, of course! Walt Disney's Lady and the Tramp is a ... (Goodreads)

  8. Disney The Lion King

    by Justine Korman Fontes
    A retelling of the classic Disney movie, The Lion King, in a children's book format.

    The exciting tale of Simba, a young cub who earns his place in the Circle of Life, is retold in the classic Little Golden Book format. Boys and girls ages 2-5 will roar with excitement as they read ... (Goodreads)

  9. Disney's Beauty and the Beast

    by Ellen Titlebaum
    A retelling of the classic fairy tale of a young woman who falls in love with a cursed prince and breaks the spell.

    "One freezing night, an old beggar woman came to the castle. She offered the Prince a red rose in return for shelter from the cold...", In an enchanted castle, a beautiful, independent heroine ... (Goodreads)

  10. Disney Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

    by Walt Disney Company
    A classic fairy tale of a beautiful princess, a wicked queen, and seven lovable dwarfs who help her find true love's kiss.

    Now new and old fans can relive the magic of this beloved film as it is retold in a beautiful full-color Little Golden Book! ... (Goodreads)

  11. Disney's Sleeping Beauty

    by A.L. Singer
    A retelling of the classic fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty, with illustrations from the Disney animated film.

    This book tells the tale of Disney's Sleeping Beauty. ... (Goodreads)

  12. Little Red Riding Hood

    by Trina Schart Hyman
    A fairy tale classic of a young girl outwitting a sly wolf.

    On her way to deliver a basket of food to her sick grandmother, Elisabeth encounters a sly wolf. Book Details: Format: Library Binding Publication Date: 6/1/1982 Pages: 32 Reading Level: Age 5 and Up ... (Goodreads)

  13. Frosty the Snowman

    by Diane Muldrow
    A children's book about a magical snowman who comes to life and has adventures with his friends.

    Everyone's favorite snowman with a magic hat, a button nose, and eyes made out of coal comes to life on Christmas every year. Based on the beloved 1969 television special, this Little Golden Book ... (Goodreads)

  14. The Country Mouse and the City Mouse; The Fox and the Crow; The Dog and His Bone

    by Patricia M. Scarry
    Three classic Aesop's fables retold for children with charming illustrations.

    Annie Mouse lived quietly in the country. One day her friend from the city came to visit her — Annie was delighted! The country mouse decides she prefers her simple, but safe life in the country, ... (Goodreads)

  15. The Cat in the Hat and Other Dr. Seuss Favorites

    by Dr. Seuss
    Collection of whimsical stories and poems featuring animals and fantastical creatures.

    Now in audio format, here are 11 complete, timeless Dr. Seuss stories, read by some of today's most beloved actors!, Featuring:, - The Cat in the Hat read by Kelsey Grammer - Horton Hears a Who read ... (Goodreads)

  16. Pinocchio

    by Eugene Bradley Coco
    A wooden puppet yearns to become a real boy and embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning valuable lessons along the way.

    "The only thing left to do now," said Geppetto to the puppet, "is to give you a name. Let's see... I shall call you Pinocchio!" Geppetto is a lonely woodcarver who makes a boy puppet and wishes, with ... (Goodreads)

  17. The Little Engine That Could

    by Watty Piper
    A small engine teaches the power of positive thinking when it faces a difficult task.

    In the tale, a long train must be pulled over a high mountain after its engine breaks down. Larger engines, treated anthropomorphically , are asked to pull the train; for various reasons they refuse. ... (Wikipedia)

  18. Tawny Scrawny Lion

    by Kathryn Jackson
    A lion who is always hungry learns the value of friendship and sharing after meeting a group of friendly rabbits.

    Once there was a tawny scrawny lion who chased monkeys on Monday—kangaroos on Tuesday—zebras on Wednesday—bears on Thursday—camels on Friday—and on Saturday, elephants! So begins the funny, classic ... (Goodreads)

  19. Disney Sleeping Beauty

    by Michael Teitelbaum
    A retelling of the classic fairytale of Princess Aurora and her three fairy godmothers.

    YOUNG AND OLD fans will love this full-color Little Golden Book retelling of Walt Disney's "Sleeping Beauty"–the story of Princess Aurora and the three good fairies who try to protect her from ... (Goodreads)

  20. Just for You

    by Mercer Mayer
    A tale of a young girl's journey to self-confidence and self-acceptance.

    Little Critter is trying his best to be a help to his mother in this classic, funny, and heartwarming book. Whether he's trying to make breakfast, mow the lawn, or carry the groceries, both parents ... (Goodreads)

  21. The Princess and the Pea

    by Janet Stevens
    A prince seeks a true princess, and with the help of a tiny pea, he finds one.

    In this rendition a tiger is proven to be a princess. ... (Goodreads)

  22. The Story of Ferdinand

    by Munro Leaf
    A gentle bull refuses to fight, instead choosing to sit in a field and smell the flowers.

    Young Ferdinand does not enjoy butting heads with other young bulls , preferring instead to sit under a cork tree smelling the flowers. His mother is concerned that he might be lonely and tries to ... (Wikipedia)

  23. The Tale of Peter Rabbit

    by Beatrix Potter
    A mischievous rabbit disobeys his mother and ventures into a farmer's garden, facing the consequences of his actions.

    The story focuses on a family of anthropomorphic rabbits. The widowed mother rabbit warns her four rabbit children, Flopsy, Mopsy, Cottontail, and Peter (the youngest rabbit child) not to enter the ... (Wikipedia)

  24. The Three Bears

    by Rob Hefferan
    A retelling of the classic fairy tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, with charming illustrations.

    Rob Hefferan’s whimsical artwork breathes new life into this family favorite. All children love to hear each bear say, “Who’s been sitting on my chair?” knowing that Goldilocks is about to be ... (Goodreads)

  25. The Story of Doctor Dolittle

    by Hugh Lofting
    A doctor's magical adventures with animals and his quest to save a distant land.

    John Dolittle , MD, is a respected physician and quiet bachelor living with his spinster sister Sarah in the small English village of Puddleby-on-the-Marsh. His love of animals grows over the years ... (Wikipedia)

  26. Curious George Visits the Library

    by Margret Rey
    A mischievous monkey's exploration of the library, learning the joys of reading.

    George is lucky to arrive at the library just in time for story hour. But it’s not easy for a little monkey to sit still too long. From selecting books to getting his very own library card, George’s ... (Goodreads)

  27. Bambi

    by Felix Salten
    A beloved tale of a young deer's journey from innocence to understanding the circle of life.

    Bambi is a roe deer fawn born in a thicket in late spring one year. Over the course of the summer, his mother teaches him about the various inhabitants of the forest and the ways deer live. When she ... (Wikipedia)

  28. Curious George Goes to the Hospital

    by Margret Rey
    A lovable monkey helps a friend in need by using his courage and kindness.

    George wakes up to find a box labeled "surprise" on the desk, it contains a jigsaw puzzle. George takes a puzzle piece out, and thinking it is a piece of candy, he swallows it. The Man with the ... (Wikipedia)

  29. Robinson Crusoe

    by Daniel Defoe
    A shipwrecked sailor's struggle to survive on an isolated island, and his eventual redemption.

    Crusoe (the family name corrupted from the German name "Kreutznaer") set sail from Kingston upon Hull on a sea voyage in August 1651, against the wishes of his parents, who wanted him to pursue a ... (Wikipedia)