Wizard of Oz

This free illustrated retelling follows Dorothy and Toto as they travel through Oz with the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion. Together, they seek the Wizard's help and find their way home.

classic-storiesadventuremagicdogscourageAges 4–84 min read
Dorothy stands on a yellow brick road in a flower-filled forest with a small gray dog beside her.
Dorothy walks along a country lane with a small brown-and-white dog.

Dorothy lived on a quiet farm in Kansas with her Aunt Em, Uncle Henry, and her little dog, Toto. She loved running through the fields and dreaming of faraway places.

A tornado rises behind a farmhouse as a girl and small dog stand at the front door.

One day, the wind began to howl. A dark tornado twisted across the sky, and before Dorothy could escape, it picked up the entire house—with her and Toto inside!

A house spins through swirling clouds, with a girl and dog visible at an upstairs window.

The house spun and twirled through the clouds. Dorothy held Toto tightly, wondering where they were going and if they'd ever come back home.

Dorothy stands in a colorful landscape filled with flower-covered hills.

With a sudden thump, the house landed. When Dorothy opened the door, everything had changed. The world outside was colorful, bright, and full of magic.

Dorothy stands beside a tall woman in a sparkling purple gown and pointed hat.

A kind Good Witch appeared in a swirl of sparkles. "Welcome to the land of Oz," she said. "You've just saved the Munchkins from the Wicked Witch of the East!"

Dorothy looks down a glowing yellow brick road toward a woman in a silver gown.

Dorothy was amazed, but all she wanted was to go home. "Follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City," said the Good Witch. "There, the Wizard of Oz can help you."

Dorothy holds a pole beside a scarecrow in a field.

Dorothy set off on the yellow brick road. Soon, she met a friendly Scarecrow who wished he had a brain. "Come with me," said Dorothy. "Maybe the Wizard can help you too!"

Dorothy and the Scarecrow stand beside a silver Tin Man.

Farther down the road, they found a Tin Man frozen still. After Dorothy helped oil his joints, he whispered, "I wish I had a heart." "Join us!" said the Scarecrow.

Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man stand behind a large lion.

Next, a Cowardly Lion jumped out of the bushes—but he was more scared than scary! "I need courage," he said shyly. "Then let's all go see the Wizard together," said Dorothy.

Dorothy walks arm in arm with the Scarecrow, while the Tin Man and lion walk beside them.

The four friends walked along the yellow brick road. They laughed, shared stories, and promised to help each other no matter what.

Dorothy and her companions stand before a sparkling green castle.

At last, they reached the Emerald City. It sparkled with green light, and the gates opened wide just for them.

Dorothy and her companions face a shadowy giant figure amid green smoke.

Inside, they met the great Wizard of Oz—a giant floating head in a cloud of smoke. "Who dares ask for my help?" he boomed.

A glowing green face in a pointed hat appears above Dorothy and her companions.

Dorothy stepped forward. "Please, I want to go home." The Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion each asked for what they needed too.

An elderly man in a green robe gestures toward an image of a green witch surrounded by flames.

The Wizard thundered, "I will help you—but first, bring me the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West!"

Dorothy carries a small gray dog as she walks through a dark forest with the Tin Man, Scarecrow, and lion.

So, the four friends journeyed deep into a dark forest. It was scary, but they stayed brave and stuck together.

A green witch stands on a castle tower as lightning strikes toward Dorothy and her companions.

When they reached the Witch's castle, she tried to stop them with fire, flying monkeys, and terrible spells.

A lion, Tin Man, Scarecrow, and Dorothy stand around a bucket of water as winged monkeys fly overhead.

But together, the friends were strong. The Lion found his roar, the Scarecrow made a clever plan, and Dorothy bravely splashed the Witch with water—melting her away!

Dorothy holds a broom while the lion and her other companions stand before an elderly man indoors.

They brought the broomstick back to the Wizard. "You've done well," he said. "Now it's time for your rewards."

An elderly man stands behind Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, lion, and a small gray dog holding a diploma and medal.

The Wizard gave the Scarecrow a diploma, the Tin Man a heart-shaped clock, and the Lion a medal of bravery. "And Dorothy," he said, "I will take you home in my hot air balloon!"

An elderly man rides in a green hot-air balloon while Dorothy reaches up from a grassy hill.

But oh no! The balloon lifted off before Dorothy could climb in. She watched it float away, heartbroken.

A woman in a purple pointed hat points amid sparkling lights beside Dorothy holding a small gray dog.

Suddenly, the Good Witch appeared again. "You've had the power to go home all along," she said kindly. "Just click your heels three times."

Dorothy stands in a farmhouse doorway with two adults and a small gray dog.

Dorothy clicked her ruby slippers and whispered, "There's no place like home…" The world began to spin once more.

Dorothy kneels in a grassy field at sunset while holding a small gray dog.

When Dorothy opened her eyes, she was back in Kansas! Aunt Em and Uncle Henry ran to hug her tight. Toto barked and wagged his tail.

Dorothy stands with the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and lion beneath a rainbow.

Dorothy smiled and held Toto close. "Oz was magical," she whispered, "but I'm glad to be home. Because there's no place like it."

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