Stop, Goldilocks, go back home—woods aren't safe when you're all alone! But cheeky Goldilocks ignores the friendly mouse's warnings and wanders into the bears' cosy house, tasting porridge, trying chairs, and napping in beds. When the bears return, things get exciting, but this fresh take makes kids wonder: was Goldilocks right to run away, or could she have done something kinder?

Kate Clynes' modern dual language retelling from Mantra Lingua's 'Folktales, Myths and Legends' collection adds clever rhymes and lively pictures to the beloved story, encouraging little readers to think about choices and feelings from both sides. Perfect for family storytime or classroom chats, it's a wonderful way to explore safety, kindness, and what happens next in a fun, thoughtful adventure.