folklore

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of elephants, and discusses elephants in folklore, in history, and the threats to their existence in the modern day. Also includes mini-modules with information on debate topics specific to elephants.

Three little pigs leave home to seek their fortunes and have to deal with a threatening wolf.

"Despite their many differences, all Native Americans share a profound appreciation of the cycles of nature and a belief in the cosmic interconnectedness of all things. Professor Larry J. Zimmerman tells the tragic tale of their conquest and dispossession, followed by their survival against the odds and the renewal of pride in a distinctive cultural heritage. Learn about American Indian traditions and the history behind them that create a unique Native American identity. Their crafts and their reverence for the land are also both described in detail - inspiring us to turn our thoughts to the natural world and our own place in it"--Amazon.com.

The tale of Little Red Riding Hood, her grandmother, and the wolf will excite a new generation of readers with this engaging retelling. Readers explore this beloved story through clear, accessible text and vibrant illustrations. These illustrations are designed to charm even reluctant readers, and they also help readers develop strong comprehension skills through their close relationship to the words on each page. This enchanting version of a beloved classic will keep readers entertained with each turn of the page.

Anansi the spider plans to trick Turtle into catching a fish for his dinner, but Turtle proves to be smarter and ends up with a free meal. Explains the origin of spider webs.

Contains five adapted stories that encourage early reading, including the title story in which a wakeful flea atop a number of sleeping creatures causes a commotion, with just one bite.

A little girl wanders into the woods to pick flowers and meets the dreaded Gunnywolf.

Retells in verse the Indian fable of the blind men discovering different parts of an elephant and arguing about its appearance. The illustrations depict the blind arguers as mice.

Retells the traditional Italian tale of the poor peasant woman who, long ago, set out to find the Christ Child and wanders to this day, carrying a sack of gifts to give to good children at Christmas.