The Elves and the Shoemaker Big Book is one of three 'Big Books' which, together with 12 accompanying little books (four for each Big Book), form the Traditional Tales strand of the Preparing to Read phase for children aged 3-4. The books are attractively produced in large format, and are intended for the Nursery or Reception teacher to read to the class.Cambridge Reading is a major new reading scheme which provides stimulating books and support materials for the teaching of reading and the development of literacy throughout the primary years.