A Russian Folk Tale about the witch Bony Legs. Bony Legs has iron teeth, lives in the woods in a house with chicken legs, and likes to eat little children. On the edge of the woods lives a little girl named Sasha. One day Sasha's aunt sends her out to borrow some needle and thread. Sasha takes some food with her on her walk in the woods. She comes to the house of bony legs, Her acts of kindness at the house of Bony Legs is what helps her escape from the witch. A subtle message that one should not mistreat animals etc.

This is about an old witch who wants to eat a little girl for dinner. The cat, dog, and an old gate save her from the witch. This book, on one hand, could seem scary to young children. However, children a little older would appreciate the story. The characters are described well and the ending is left somewhat open as to what ever happens to the witch.

A classic tale about an old witch who likes to eat children. One day a young girl named Sasha comes to her house to borrow a needle and thread for her mother. Bony-Legs brings her inside and tells her to wash up so she can eat her. Luckily, because of her kind nature, Sasha is saved by a cat and dog who help her escape the old witch and never having to see her again. This story is a great reminder to take care of others because whether or not they will give you something in return, your good actions will be rewarded in the end.

This is a very joyable book. It teaches children to not enter into other people's home. Also, if one does something good, others will help one. It's a fun book. The picture does give a ugly, old fashion vibe.