Rumpelstiltskin Tells His Story From His Viewpoint: A Folk Tale Rewritten

Every story has two sides… even a fairy tale. In this imaginative retelling, the classic tale of Rumpelstiltskin is flipped on its head as the mysterious little man finally gets to share his version of what really happened.

Told with humor, heart, and a surprising dose of honesty, Rumpelstiltskin explains why he helped the miller’s daughter, what he truly wanted in return, and how misunderstandings can turn someone into a “villain” even when they never meant to be one. Young readers discover that even well‑known stories can look very different when you listen with curiosity.

Children will enjoy:

• A playful, engaging twist on a familiar folk tale
• A chance to think about fairness, assumptions, and empathy
• A narrator who’s mischievous, funny, and unexpectedly relatable
• A fresh perspective that sparks discussion in classrooms and families

Perfect for storytime, character‑education lessons, and readers who love seeing old tales in new ways, this book invites kids to ask an important question: What if we heard everyone’s side of the story?