Children's Traditional Stories And Fairytales Books

Age range 9 to 12These are stories filled with wicked magicians, troublesome trolls, teasing magpies, and solemn tomtar. In Swedish fairy tales, frogs become beautiful fairy girls, troll girls marry troll princes, kings transform into woodcutters, and...

From renowned Japanese children's author Sachiko Kashiwaba, Temple Alley Summer is a fantastical and mysterious adventure filled with the living dead, a magical pearl, and a suspiciously nosy black cat named Kiriko featuring beautiful illustrations from...

One of the world's oldest and best-loved tales, now retold and illustrated in thrilling detail for readers of all ages.Rama pulled the splendid arrow out of his quiver. It had been given to him long ago by the sage Agastya who had told him that he could...

William Shakespeare is arguably themost pivotal and widely read figure in the history of English literature. This comprehensivecollection highlights some of the bard's best works, adapted to be more easilyread and digestible for children.Featured within...

Meet the Greek gods as you have never seen them--in LEGO form! Enjoy these fascinating myths, reimagined through elaborate scenes and colorful LEGO bricks in one thousand color photographs! This book shares a unique retelling of some of the most widely...

A long time ago in India, a boy was born. He didn't look like any ordinary baby as he had bright blue skin and a birthmark near his shoulder that looked just like a flower. He was beautiful. His parents named himKrishna.In this modern retelling of a...

Grandpa lives on a farm and likes to tell his grandson tall tales. There is no end to Grandpa's hilarious invention -- or to James Flora's comic illustrations. Here are just a few of Grandpa's whoppers! Grandpa is almost as tall as the trees. So tall,...

In print for the first time in thirty years is Anna Elizabeth's Bennett classic tale of a little witch who dreams of becoming normal girl. This whimsical 1953 classic consistently tops annual lists of the "most in demand&#

This beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book tells the story of two young brothers and a magical dog in both English and Chinese. Once upon a time, at the foot of the mountains called Zhongnan in the Shaanxi Province of China,...

Age range 4 to 8This beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book tells the story of a young boy and his magical rooster in both English and Chinese. Long long ago, there lived a boy named Tang Yun. He studied very hard and was ready to take the...

Age range 4 to 8In the West, legendary explorers like Christopher Columbus, Ernest Shackleton and Sir Edmund Hillary are a recognized part of our history. But in China, that legend belongs to the great explorer Zheng He (13711433), who...

Age range 3 - 9A touching story of finding beauty and joy in unexpected places. Xiao Mo is celebrating her birthday with friends and family when she opens the gift her parents gave her. Little Xiao Mo is immediately disappointed when she opens...

Age range 5+Learn how the clever Little Rat earned his place as one of the Chinese Zodiac Animals. This adorable Chinese-English bilingual children's book tells the story of the Little Rat and the Grandpa - unlikely allies who embark on an...

One day, Little Mo found an injured little bird in her backyard, and she spent all her time nursing the bird back to health. They quickly became friends, so when it was time for the little bird to take flight again, he didn't want to leave without...

Age range 5 to 10Once upon a time there was a little prince. After his father and mother died, his uncle took his place and inherited the throne. When he learned that he was about to be sent to the frontier by the emperor uncle, he became very angry that...

"Traditional papercuts are perfectly suited to the kite images . . . With its folkloric tone, this stands on its own as a story about creativity."-Kirkus ReviewsThe Kang brothers imagine making wings to fly and drive the birds from their rice fields!...

"Like the hues in a stained glass window, [the illustrations] look brilliant...this well-designed book will please children in the primary grades."-ALA Booklist This series,recounting how the creative Kang brothers discovered four of China's famed...

Telling the whimsical story of an absent-minded tailor and his trusty mouse companion, this narrative highlights a fantastic children's folk song that has been enjoyed throughout the ages.

Reviving a timeless American folk song, this children's book relates the hilarious story of a husband and his impossibly lazy wife.

Age range 3 to 6A parable for children about allyship, solidarity, and liberation, inspired by Archbishop Desmond Tutu.Archbishop Desmond Tutu said, 'If an elephant has its foot on the tail of mouse and you say that you are neutral, the mouse...

This inspiring children's book is based on a South American indigenous story about a courageous hummingbird who defies fear and expectations in her attempt to save the forest from fire. The illustrated story is supplemented by a natural and cultural...

Age range 6+A fully revitalized editionof the 1926 classic, featuring full-colour versions ofthe original illustrations by E.H. Shepherd.Winnie the Poohhas enchanted readers of all ages for nearly one hundred years with its relatable, heart-warming...

Age range 3 to 6Yara loves being the only mermaid in the lagoon where she plays with her friends all day. That is, until another mermaid arrives - and she wants to play, too. Can Yara adjust to no longer being the only mermaid?Dive into a world full of...

Age range 3 to 6There's an age-old tale that magic unicorns exist...wandering where orchids grow within the mountain mist.Legend has it that the only way to find a unicorn is to know where to look and how to craft a beautiful gift that shows her you are...

Age range 14+Celebrated author Sangu Mandanna promises a gripping conclusion to the Celestial Trilogy inA War of Swallowed Stars.A prince without his kingdom.A kingdom without its princess.The destruction of the stars themselves.War is destroying the...

The romance of the story Beauty and the Beast - the triumph of love over looks - has fascinated readers for centuries and inspired numerous films and TV series. This anthology not only features the beloved tale, but 100 enchanting...

Everyone is enjoying quiet time, but little Banshee just wants to have fun the only way she knows how: Loudly.Join Banshee as she counts her way through the Irish landscape in the noisiest counting book in the land. It's gonna be a blast: You can count...

In the Pacific Northwest, the trees are always green, the eagles are always stern and Sasquatch is always, well, naked.But what happens when a rule-touting ranger shows up to ask Sasquatch to put some clothes on? Find out in this story of mountainous fun...

Switch up your bedtime reading or language practice with this adorable anthology.All cultures have stories telling you what life is all about. This collection of traditional Chinese folktales tells you how to grow up to be a good person and to have a...

Age range 9 to 12For thousands of years, Chinese storytellers have delighted listeners with stories about the value of virtues like honesty, respect, courage and self-reliance. Chinese Folktales collects nineteen of these fantastic tales, some of them...

Age range 6 to 9Switch up your bedtime reading with these charming stories from Myanmar!This beautifully illustrated children's book presents a collection of cherished fables, myths, legends, and fairy tales from Myanmar. The stories have been...

Age range 5+Chinese Children's Favorite Stories is a delightful selection of thirteen Chinese folktales as told by author-illustrator Mingmei Yip. Inspired by her beloved father's nightly story-telling when she was a child, Yip hopes that by retelling...

This delightfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Japanese fairy tales and other folk stories that children and parents alike will love.Welcome to a fantastic world populated by mischievous monkeys, a dragon king, and a host of other...

For thousands of years, children all over the world have listened to popular folktales. Each country has its own set of fascinating stories, and learning those from another part of the world is both entertaining and educational.Asian Children's Favorite...

Age range 5 to 9This colourfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Philippine fairy tales and other folk stories - providing insight into a rich storytelling culture. Filipino Children's Favorite Stories presents thirteen well-loved...

Age range 5 to 12Korean Children's Favorite Stories is a captivating collection of Korean folktales for children which are still being told, just as they have been for generations. Some are Korean-specific, while others echoes those told in...

This colourfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese and Tibeten folk and fairytales and other stories-providing insight into a rich literary culture.Favorite Children's Stories from China and Tibet is a captivating collection of...

Indian Children's Favourite Stories is a charming selection of eight Indian tales that provide an insight into traditional Indian culture. They make perfect new additions for story time or bedtime reading. Retold for an international audience, the...

It is never too early to immerse children in foreign languages and culture, and exploring rhymes and rhythm is a terrific way to start. Chinese and English Nursery Rhymes presents forty vibrantly illustrated verses in both Chinese and English in a...

A charming collection of fourteen well-loved rhymes, Korean and English Nursery Rhymes is the perfect introduction to Korean language and culture for young readers.This beautifully illustrated book features songs and rhymes perfect for children who are...

Age range 5 to 9 This colourfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents an entertaining story from the Philippines that teaches an important lesson about self-esteem. A heart-warming story of a young Filipino girl who builds...

**2012 Creative Child Magazine Preferred Choice Award Winner!** A young boy, abandoned on the steps of the Shaolin Temple, is adopted by mysterious Kung Fu monks. Raised in a place where the powers of animals are studied and practiced, Wong Long tries to...

Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories is a charming collection of fifteentales beloved by Vietnamese children for generations.Experienced storyteller Tran Thi Minh Phuoc vividly recounts suchfavorites as the story of Tam and Cam (the Vietnamese version...

Age range 5 - 9In captivating text and illustrations, this beautiful multicultural children's book presents a collection of cherished fables, myths, legends and fairy tales from Thailand that have been passed down through generations of Thai families...

A new, beautifully illustrated translation of Felix Salten's celebrated novel Bambi-the original source of the beloved story Most of us think we know the story of Bambi-but do we? The Original Bambi is an all-new, illustrated translation of a literary...

Long long ago, a little Monkey was born from an old magic stone. Although he was an orphan, the Little Monkey was extremely talented and was adopted by Monkey King in the mountain. Little Monkey was very naughty and playful. One day he accidentally fell...

Through beautiful illustrations, Celebrating Chinese Festivals presents the most important and celebrated festivals of China, and explains the traditions, the delicious foods, the exciting activities and special customs that go with them!Readers will...

A long time ago in China, there lived a young girl named Mulan. Her father was a retired general who taught her many skills girls weren't normally allowed to learn, like martial arts, archery, sword play and hot to ride a horse...