Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived an old witch. She was known for her wickedness and her strange habits. The villagers were afraid of her and avoided her as much as possible. One day, a poor widow came to the old witch's cottage seeking help. She had lost her only daughter, and her heart was filled with sorrow. The old witch agreed to help her, but in return, she asked for something unusual.
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The old witch agreed to help her, but in return, she asked for something unusual. The old witch had a collection of ribbons from animals she had enchanted over the years. She had ribbons of different colors and patterns, but she was missing one particular ribbon – a polka dog ribbon.
Old Witch and the Polka-Dot Ribbon
When the kitchen is finally empty, Old Witch makes her own magic nut cake to enter in the carnival's cake baking contest. First published in 1970, this second book in the Old Witch series is back for a new generation of readers to discover!
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9781930900714
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February 24, 2014
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DJ Hardcover
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The old witch believed that this ribbon possessed great magical powers. So, she made a deal with the widow. If the widow could find the polka dog ribbon and bring it to her, the old witch promised to bring her daughter back to life. The widow was desperate and agreed to the old witch's request. She set out on a journey, searching high and low for the elusive polka dog ribbon. She visited markets, talked to merchants, and visited neighboring villages, but no one had ever heard of such a ribbon. Just when the widow was losing hope, she came across a small abandoned cottage in the woods. Curiosity got the better of her, and she decided to explore it. Inside, she found a dusty old chest. As she opened it, a bright light filled the room, and there it was – the polka dog ribbon. Overjoyed, the widow collected the ribbon and hurried back to the old witch's cottage. She handed over the polka dog ribbon to the witch and waited anxiously for her to fulfill her part of the deal. True to her word, the old witch worked her magic, and the widow's daughter returned to life. The old witch kept her promise and never troubled the villagers again. In fact, she became a source of help and wisdom for those who sought her guidance. The polka dog ribbon became a symbol of hope and miracles in the village. People believed in the power of the ribbon and wore it as a reminder of the kind-hearted old witch and the miraculous return of the widow's daughter. And so, the old witch and the polka dog ribbon became a legend that was passed down from generation to generation, reminding people of the power of kindness, compassion, and the belief in the extraordinary..
Reviews for "The Old Witch's Polka Dot Ribbon: Guardian of the Supernatural"
1. Lisa - 2/5 - I was really excited to read "Old Witch and the Polka Dog Ribbon" because I love witch stories. However, I was quite disappointed with this one. The storyline was confusing and lacked depth. The characters were underdeveloped, and I couldn't connect with any of them. The writing style was also mediocre, making it hard for me to stay engaged in the story. Overall, I found this book to be underwhelming and wouldn't recommend it to others.
2. John - 1/5 - I found "Old Witch and the Polka Dog Ribbon" to be incredibly boring. The plot was slow-moving and didn't captivate my interest at all. The illustrations were also unimpressive and didn't enhance the reading experience. Additionally, the dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult for me to get invested in the characters' conversations. I regret purchasing this book and wish I had chosen something else to read.
3. Sarah - 2/5 - "Old Witch and the Polka Dog Ribbon" was not what I expected at all. The story felt disjointed and scattered, with no clear direction. I struggled to understand the message or purpose behind the narrative. The illustrations, although colorful, lacked detail and didn't enhance the storytelling. The book overall left me feeling confused and unsatisfied. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a coherent and engaging witch story.