folklore

Contains retellings of fifty scary folk tales.

In this graphic novel version of the city mouse and country mouse story, Callie and Martina are two mice with almost nothing in common, Callie is a punk rock star in the big city who could use a little peace and quiet, and Martina is a singing farm mouse with dreams of making it in the big city. When they both show up at the Battle of the Bands, Callie and Martina get a taste of what the other has to offer. But is living another mouse's life really all it's cracked up to be?.

In this graphic novel version of Aesop's "The Goose that Laid the Golden Egg," a young girl named Val helps a wounded (and gassy) goose and is rewarded with golden eggs, but when Val's greedy relatives abuse the goose, they are rewarded with a different type of egg.

In this ancient Mexican folktale, the Aztec Sky god and Wind god attempt to fix silence on Earth by bringing music to the world.

"The prisoner of an evil witch, Rapunzel lives all alone in a tall, dark tower. If she ever escapes, the witch will put a terrible curse her. But is Rapunzel frightened? Oh no, not she!"-- Provided by publisher.

A little girl meets a hungry wolf in the forest while on her way to visit her sick grandmother.

An easy format retelling of the classic fairytale, Little Red Hen who looks for help with her crop.

People have always wanted to know why certain things happen. Before science had developed, myths provided answers, comfort, and guidance. Diverse cultures around the world treasured their own myths, passing them down to new generations. Readers of this valuable book will love learning about different myths, perhaps recognizing familiar characters. They'll also discover the important role myths had in answering people's essential life questions. Stunning artwork accompanies the accessible at-level text.

Fairy tales are beloved stories for our youngest readers for a reason: they're magical. Often that magic is in a character, such as a fairy or witch. Sometimes it's just woven through the story, though. Even though some fairy tales are hundreds of years old, they continue to appeal to new generations. This fascinating look at fairy tales helps young readers recognize a common theme or purpose in fairy tales. It will also introduce them to famous fairy tale authors, such as Hans Christian Anderson. Accessible text and beautiful images make this high-interest topic an entertaining and educational experience.

The fables of Aesop are over 2,500 years old! Yet, we still recount them and ponder the lessons his animal characters deliver. Aesop isn't the only author of fables. Others have found fables to be an effective way to reflect on people's behaviors and suggest wiser ways of behaving. Readers of this beneficial and accessible book will learn more about this genre of literature and its writers. They'll examine the elements of fables and be invited to demonstrate their knowledge by writing their own.