jataka stories

A collection of stories for children that explore the traditional teachings and practices of Buddhism and help children learn to relax while bonding with parents.

A collection of thirteen retold Buddhist tales from all over Asia, illustrating various aspects of Buddhist thought.

Two geese captured by a hunter who seeks a golden goose for the king and queen save themselves when their loyalty and concern impress the royal couple.

When the water level in his lake becomes dangerously low, the Fish King prays for rain to save himself and his fellow fish.

Heart of Gold continues to treat the poor of the world with generosity and charity, even after a sky spirit tests him by removing all his wealth.

A human king learns wisdom and compassion from a monkey king willing to make a great sacrifice for the good of his subjects.

Because the brave little parrot does the thing that comes from its heart as it takes precious drops of water to the burning forest, things change in ways no one could imagine.

A collection of traditional Buddhist tales for children which focus on true understanding of one's self and others.

Collects eighteen fables from the Jatakas of India, including "The Monkey and the Crocodile, " "The Merchant of Seri, " "The Foolish Timid Rabbit, " and others.

A retelling of six Jatakas, or birth stories, which illustrate some of the central tenets of Buddha's teachings, such as compassion, honesty, and thinking clearly before acting.