folklore

Retellings of twenty-one classic Aesop fables, including "The Hare and the Tortoise" and "Belling the Cat," in updated language.

An adaptation of a Japanese folktale in which a feudal lord seeks a samurai cat to rid his castle of a savage rat, but soon discovers that violence is not always the best way to accomplish things.

A retelling in rap verse of "The Three Little Pigs," "Little Red Riding Hood," and "The Boy Who Cried Wolf.".

Recounts the life and adventures of Robin Hood, the legendary outlaw of Sherwood Forest who dedicated himself to fighting tyranny. Illustrated notes throughout the text explain the historical background of the story.

Explains how myths about dragons developed, different types of dragons, what draconologists do, and how different cultures portray dragons.

Stealing the young goblins' magic fan, a badger makes a fortune after using the fan to make a rich girl's nose grow.

Five faithful dogs save their mistress from the dreadful Hobyahs.

In order to obtain a cure for her father's blindness, a loving young girl agrees to marry a terrifying dragon.

During a magical boat ride on the Nile, Mutemwia proves that her love for the Pharaoh is a gift of the heart and needs no cage to hold it.

After a visit from a hungry demon, a boy learns courage from his older brother.