The children at one primary school in London had a mysterious visit from a witch, explains Emma Webb Our topic on witches started with the Reception children looking at books ranging from Hansel and ...

And then there’s Engelbert Humperdinck’s fairy tale opera, “Hansel and Gretel.” Even though Christmas plays no part in its plot, “Hansel and Gretel” has long been a seasonal favorite.

The specially composed song, part of CBeebies 2019 Christmas Show Hansel and Gretel is designed to encourage music participation for primary school children aged four to seven-years-old.

In a surprise announcement and pairing, HarperCollins has announced the fall publication of Hansel and Gretel, a Brothers Grimm reimagining by horror writer Stephen King, illustrated by late ...