Folklore, Legends, Fairy Tales, Fables, Mythology

After the death of his son Icarus, Daedalus turns his attention to his nephew Perdix, who has the same talent for inventions. This illustrated classic shows readers the beauty in everyday things.

In the beginning, when day and night did not exist, the Warao--the native inhabitants of the Orinoco Delta--lived in darkness. This traditional tale explains the origin of the sun and the moon.

Children will love this illustrated adaptation of the classic Latin American song Estaba la rana for its rhyme and the cumulative nature of the lyrics.

Acclaimed illustrator Matt Tavares created stunning artwork for this English classic. This edition contains a series of activities to test reading comprehension, making it ideal for classroom use.

According to this Nigerian legend, many, many years ago, the Sun and the Moon lived on Earth. Children will love seeing how they ended up living in the sky.

In this award-winning adaptation, the little boy who informs the emperor that he was not wearing any clothes is brought to the palace and becomes the ruler's personal adviser. He narrates the story from the beginning to show how he got such an important...

Welcome to the fascinating world of Greek mythology! In this beautifully illustrated book, you will find 12 of the most famous myths including Persephone, Prometheus, King Midas, and Pandora.

In this zany retelling of the classic folktale, Prairie Chicken goes to warn Cowboy Stan and Red Dog Dan that a stampede is coming. Along the way, she picks up her friends and they run into a hungry coyote! Readers will love seeing what happens next.

The myths and legends in this book come from Mexico, Chile, Nicaragua, Peru, and Argentina, providing wonderful insight into the beliefs of the early people of Latin America.

Pilar travels to Greece in search of her grandfather thanks to a magic hammock he left her. There she meets characters from Greek mythology including Zeus, Hera, Hercules, King Midas, Medusa, and Pegasus. She writes all the details of this...

Children will enjoy this classic tale in either language. It has been gently adapted for younger readers.

Venezuelan children's book author Verónica Uribe has adapted 20 of Aesop's most beloved fables for children, including the City Mouse and the Country Mouse, the Tortoise and the Hare, and Belling the Cat. The adorable illustrations and the smaller size...

This visually stunning book presents myths from across the globe. It includes stories from the Sioux, Yoruba, Aztecs, Norway, Ireland, Ancient Egypt, among others. It contains a detailed glossary and index, making it ideal for units on ancient...

Three children share their grandmother's proverbs and saying about manners. This book is great to teach culture and character education.

In this retelling of the Three Billy Goats Gruff, set in the Southwest, the goats must cross a bridge guarded by the dreaded Chupacabra. Children will love to see how they do it.

Chac, the God of Rain, warns his young servant Muyal not to go into a secret room, but, of course, he could not resist.

Learn why frogs sing when they want it to rain in this folktale about a wise frog who outwit Yuku, the God of Rain.

In this Venezuelan folk tale, a man who hates the darkness of night finds an ingenious way to locate the light, creating what we now know as the moon and the stars.

The folktale of Cucarachita Martina and Ratoncito Pérez, found in many countries throughout the Hispanic world, will amuse readers with its bright illustrations. As an added bonus, children will learn the cumulative nature of chains of events.

A clever rabbit devises a way to save itself from being a hungry fox's meal.

Jerry Pinkney's expressive watercolor illustrations complete Aesop's famous parables. Each short tale is accompanied by a stunning painting that perfectly captures its tone. This edition contains a series of activities to test reading comprehension,...

The classic Three Little Pigs fairytale is told with a brand new twist. Instead of being eaten, the pigs escape, and take control of their own story. Along the way they confuse the wolf, build a paper airplane, and fly off on a fairytale adventure of...

This innovative rendition of the story of the blind men and the elephant proves that true wisdom can come only when one knows the whole truth. Thus, when seven mice explore different parts of an elephant, each sees something different. This book is also...

This entertaining anthology of Latin American folklore for children includes riddles, songs, jokes, and tongue twisters. By reading and reciting these amusing verses, children will get a better idea of how folklore is passed on.

In this delightful rhyming tale, no matter how hard a little toad tries, he can't be a cat, so he playfully remains true to his real identity.

When Alexander Wolf is framed, he seeks justice and tells his own version of The Three Little Pigs. Children will love this amusing rendition of the classic fairy tale.

This Cinderella story is set in Africa and tells of two sisters, spiteful Manyara and considerate Nyasha, and the young king who is searching for a bride. Stunning paintings are full of light and inspiration, and add infinitely to this story in which...