The Turnip: Bilingual book (Ukrainian Folktales) (Bilingual picture books with Ukrainian folktales from Olha Tkachenko)

“The Turnip” is a popular Ukrainian folktale, well known to all Slavic children now in English and Ukrainian (bilingual format)! It tells the story of a family who met the challenge: they rose a giant turnip in their garden and needed to pick it up! To get it done all family members’ help is needed: from a grandfather to a little mouse! The story teaches about family values, friendship, support, and unity. The Ukrainian text is retold by the famous Ukrainian writer Ivan Franko in the early 20th century. The text has rhythms and funny dialogues and is great for reading in roles. The book includes brilliant modern illustrations by artist Olha Tkachenko. An English-Ukrainian bilingual version of this book provides kids and adults with an opportunity to learn both languages and explore Ukrainian culture.