folklore

Presents the story of Hiawatha and the Peacemaker, members of the Iroquois nations who helped unite the five tribes in the land that became New York state.

Retells the classic Grimm fairy tale of the children who encounter a witch in the forest, together with three similar tales from Russia, Italy, and the Philippines.

Presents an introduction to folklore, including an overview of common features in folklore, such as characters, beginnings and endings, and setting, as well as a discussion of different kinds of folklore. Includes a glossary, a list of additional resources, and critical thinking questions using the Common Core.

An Indian tale in which a farmer's three lazy sons are tricked into working for what they think will be gold, but instead they discover the true riches offered by hard work.

In this adaptation of the classic tale, Chicken Little rescues his friend Fish from an alien space ship.

An illustrated collection of traditional Scandinavian folktales.

In this version of "Little Red Riding Hood," set in Ghana, a young girl fails to heed Granny's warning about the dangers of talking to strangers.

Aladdin is a ragged, street smart youth who dreams of a better life and a chance to win the heart of the sultan's daughter, Princess Jasmine.

A Look and Find book featuring cartoon princesses from Disney Enterprises.

In this version of the classic tale, a girl climbs to the top of a giant beanstalk, where she uses her quick wits to outsmart a giant and make her and her mother's fortune.