folklore

When the moon falls into the ocean, it rises again with the aid of fish.

Relates a tale from West Africa that describes how Anansi, a spider, came to have eight thin legs.

Recounts the life of Petosegay, an Ottawa Indian chief, who gave his name to the small town in northern Michigan--Petoskey--where a unique stone can be found along its shores.

Describes why the sun is in the sky.

Describes why the sun is in the sky.

A collection of stories from the history and traditions of Somalia.

In this retelling of a Persian folktale attributed to Jalaledin R?um?i, a parrot tricks a wealthy merchant into setting him free.

Retells the Ecuadoran tale of Munay, a young girl whose pureness of heart helps her find the healing water that will save the prince of the Sapa Inca.

Captured by pirates on her way to marry a prince, a Chinese princess is sold to a Mexican captain, who she serves faithfully until his death, then enters a convent to teach children and help the poor.

In Kenya, Africa, an old frog named Mahday awakens the god Mmumi to ask for a king who will help the frogs to get along better with other creatures, but Mmumi does not like to be awakened and sends an unpleasant answer to her request.