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Great Tales for Storytelling

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These beloved and recommended stories are great tales for storytelling.

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Lion and Mouse

Lion and Mouse

by Buitrago, Jairo

Book - 2019

A modern update on the classic fable finds a captured mouse successfully begging for mercy from a good-natured lion who is unexpectedly rescued by the mou...Show more A modern update on the classic fable finds a captured mouse successfully begging for mercy from a good-natured lion who is unexpectedly rescued by the mouse from a hunter's trap, in a lavishly illustrated celebration of negotiation, acceptance and friendship. Show less

A modern update on the classic fable finds a captured mouse successfully begging for mercy from a good-natured lion who is unexpectedly rescued by the mou...Show more A modern update on the classic fable finds a captured mouse successfully begging for mercy from a good-natured lion who is unexpectedly rescued by the mouse from a hunter's trap, in a lavishly illustrated celebration of negotiation, acceptance and friendship. Show less

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How Raven Got His Crooked Nose

How Raven Got His Crooked Nose

An Alaskan Dena'ina Fable

by Atwater, Barbara J.

Book - 2018

Chulyen, a trickster raven, loses his nose in an embarrassing incident, but vows to get it back. With the help of magic powers, Chulyen devises a caper to retrieve his missing nose, and learns an important lesson along the way. Chulyen, a trickster raven, loses his nose in an embarrassing incident, but vows to get it back. With the help of magic powers, Chulyen devises a caper to retrieve his missing nose, and learns an important lesson along the way. Show less

Chulyen, a trickster raven, loses his nose in an embarrassing incident, but vows to get it back. With the help of magic powers, Chulyen devises a caper to retrieve his missing nose, and learns an important lesson along the way. Chulyen, a trickster raven, loses his nose in an embarrassing incident, but vows to get it back. With the help of magic powers, Chulyen devises a caper to retrieve his missing nose, and learns an important lesson along the way. Show less

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Tiger Soup

Tiger Soup

An Anansi Story From Jamaica

by Temple, Frances

Book - 1994

This tale of Anansi the trickster spider comes from Jamaica. In this story, Anansi tries to find away to trick Tiger away from the pot of delicious coconu...Show more This tale of Anansi the trickster spider comes from Jamaica. In this story, Anansi tries to find away to trick Tiger away from the pot of delicious coconut mango soup he has been making. Once Anasi has slurped down the soup, how will he evade the hungry Tiger? Show less

This tale of Anansi the trickster spider comes from Jamaica. In this story, Anansi tries to find away to trick Tiger away from the pot of delicious coconu...Show more This tale of Anansi the trickster spider comes from Jamaica. In this story, Anansi tries to find away to trick Tiger away from the pot of delicious coconut mango soup he has been making. Once Anasi has slurped down the soup, how will he evade the hungry Tiger? Show less

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Nian, The Chinese New Year Dragon

Nian, The Chinese New Year Dragon

by Loh-Hagan, Virginia

eBook - 2019

An illustrated retelling for young readers of the Chinese folktale about a dragon that threatens a village each spring and Mei, the young girl who is destined to defeat him. An illustrated retelling for young readers of the Chinese folktale about a dragon that threatens a village each spring and Mei, the young girl who is destined to defeat him. Show less

An illustrated retelling for young readers of the Chinese folktale about a dragon that threatens a village each spring and Mei, the young girl who is destined to defeat him. An illustrated retelling for young readers of the Chinese folktale about a dragon that threatens a village each spring and Mei, the young girl who is destined to defeat him. Show less

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The Crow and the Peacock

The Crow and the Peacock

by Fernihough, Jo

Book - 2021

Crow sets out to find the happiest bird alive. Perhaps his search will help him discover the real secret to happiness. Crow sets out to find the happiest bird alive. Perhaps his search will help him discover the real secret to happiness. Show less

Crow sets out to find the happiest bird alive. Perhaps his search will help him discover the real secret to happiness. Crow sets out to find the happiest bird alive. Perhaps his search will help him discover the real secret to happiness. Show less

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The Wild Swans

The Wild Swans

Also Includes The Nightingale

by Andersen, H. C.

Book - 2016

A princess' wicked stepmother turns her eleven brothers into swans and banishes the princess from the castle. A princess' wicked stepmother turns her eleven brothers into swans and banishes the princess from the castle. Show less

A princess' wicked stepmother turns her eleven brothers into swans and banishes the princess from the castle. A princess' wicked stepmother turns her eleven brothers into swans and banishes the princess from the castle. Show less

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Stone Soup

Stone Soup

An Old Tale

by Brown, Marcia

Book - 1947

When three hungry soldiers come to a town where all the food has been hidden, they set out to make soup of water and stones, and all the town enjoys a feast. When three hungry soldiers come to a town where all the food has been hidden, they set out to make soup of water and stones, and all the town enjoys a feast. Show less

When three hungry soldiers come to a town where all the food has been hidden, they set out to make soup of water and stones, and all the town enjoys a feast. When three hungry soldiers come to a town where all the food has been hidden, they set out to make soup of water and stones, and all the town enjoys a feast. Show less

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Giraffes Can't Dance

Giraffes Can't Dance

by Andreae, Giles

Book - 2001

Gerald the Giraffe wants to attend the Jungle Dance with all of the other animals, but he feels too clumsy. When Gerald discovers music that he loves, he realizes that sometimes you have to march--or dance--to the beat of your own drummer. Gerald the Giraffe wants to attend the Jungle Dance with all of the other animals, but he feels too clumsy. When Gerald discovers music that he loves, he realizes that sometimes you have to march--or dance--to the beat of your own drummer. Show less

Gerald the Giraffe wants to attend the Jungle Dance with all of the other animals, but he feels too clumsy. When Gerald discovers music that he loves, he realizes that sometimes you have to march--or dance--to the beat of your own drummer. Gerald the Giraffe wants to attend the Jungle Dance with all of the other animals, but he feels too clumsy. When Gerald discovers music that he loves, he realizes that sometimes you have to march--or dance--to the beat of your own drummer. Show less

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Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears

A West African Tale

by Aardema, Verna

Book - 1975

West African legend of why the mosquito has a guilty conscience for all the trouble she caused by telling a lie. West African legend of why the mosquito has a guilty conscience for all the trouble she caused by telling a lie. Show less

West African legend of why the mosquito has a guilty conscience for all the trouble she caused by telling a lie. West African legend of why the mosquito has a guilty conscience for all the trouble she caused by telling a lie. Show less

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Mrs. Chicken and the Hungry Crocodile

Mrs. Chicken and the Hungry Crocodile

by Paye, Won-Ldy

Book - 2003

When Mrs. Chicken is captured by a hungry crocodile, she must save herself by convincing the crocodile that they are actually sisters. This trickster stor...Show more When Mrs. Chicken is captured by a hungry crocodile, she must save herself by convincing the crocodile that they are actually sisters. This trickster story is based on a traditional Liberian tale. The simple, stylistic illustration style will appeal to a younger audience. Show less

When Mrs. Chicken is captured by a hungry crocodile, she must save herself by convincing the crocodile that they are actually sisters. This trickster stor...Show more When Mrs. Chicken is captured by a hungry crocodile, she must save herself by convincing the crocodile that they are actually sisters. This trickster story is based on a traditional Liberian tale. The simple, stylistic illustration style will appeal to a younger audience. Show less

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The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs

by Scieszka, Jon

Book - 1989

In this much loved take on the story of "The Three Little Pigs", readers get the wolf's humorous take on events. Young readers will enjoy the humor, the gloriously gross illustrations, and the sound effects of the wolf's big, bad sneeze. In this much loved take on the story of "The Three Little Pigs", readers get the wolf's humorous take on events. Young readers will enjoy the humor, the gloriously gross illustrations, and the sound effects of the wolf's big, bad sneeze. Show less

In this much loved take on the story of "The Three Little Pigs", readers get the wolf's humorous take on events. Young readers will enjoy the humor, the gloriously gross illustrations, and the sound effects of the wolf's big, bad sneeze. In this much loved take on the story of "The Three Little Pigs", readers get the wolf's humorous take on events. Young readers will enjoy the humor, the gloriously gross illustrations, and the sound effects of the wolf's big, bad sneeze. Show less

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Sylvester and the Magic Pebble

Sylvester and the Magic Pebble

by Steig, William

Book - 2005

William Stieg's classic story reminds the reader to be careful what you wish for! When Sylvester, the donkey, finds a magic pebble, he wishes to turn into...Show more William Stieg's classic story reminds the reader to be careful what you wish for! When Sylvester, the donkey, finds a magic pebble, he wishes to turn into a rock. It is not until he has turned into a rock that he realizes he cannot hold the pebble to wish himself back to normal. Show less

William Stieg's classic story reminds the reader to be careful what you wish for! When Sylvester, the donkey, finds a magic pebble, he wishes to turn into...Show more William Stieg's classic story reminds the reader to be careful what you wish for! When Sylvester, the donkey, finds a magic pebble, he wishes to turn into a rock. It is not until he has turned into a rock that he realizes he cannot hold the pebble to wish himself back to normal. Show less

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Beautiful Blackbird

Beautiful Blackbird

by Bryan, Ashley

Book - 2003

In a story of the Ila people, the colorful birds of Africa ask Blackbird, whom they think is the most beautiful of birds, to decorate them with some of his "blackening brew." In a story of the Ila people, the colorful birds of Africa ask Blackbird, whom they think is the most beautiful of birds, to decorate them with some of his "blackening brew." Show less

In a story of the Ila people, the colorful birds of Africa ask Blackbird, whom they think is the most beautiful of birds, to decorate them with some of his "blackening brew." In a story of the Ila people, the colorful birds of Africa ask Blackbird, whom they think is the most beautiful of birds, to decorate them with some of his "blackening brew." Show less

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Too Many Fairies

Too Many Fairies

A Celtic Tale

by MacDonald, Margaret Read

Book - 2010

In this Scottish fairytale an old woman complains about having too much work to do. Soon four fairies appear at her door to do her household chores, but t...Show more In this Scottish fairytale an old woman complains about having too much work to do. Soon four fairies appear at her door to do her household chores, but then she starts complaining about how much noise the fairies make. A visit to the village elder teaches the woman a lesson about being content with what you have in life. Readers will enjoy the warm illustrations and the sound-effects from the fairies' housecleaning. Show less

In this Scottish fairytale an old woman complains about having too much work to do. Soon four fairies appear at her door to do her household chores, but t...Show more In this Scottish fairytale an old woman complains about having too much work to do. Soon four fairies appear at her door to do her household chores, but then she starts complaining about how much noise the fairies make. A visit to the village elder teaches the woman a lesson about being content with what you have in life. Readers will enjoy the warm illustrations and the sound-effects from the fairies' housecleaning. Show less

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The Gifts of Wali Dad

The Gifts of Wali Dad

A Tale of India and Pakistan

by Shepard, Aaron

Book - 1995

In this Indian/Pakistani folktale Wali Dad, an impoverished grass-cutter, finds himself wound in a twisted tale in which he learns that gifts can be a mixed blessing. In this Indian/Pakistani folktale Wali Dad, an impoverished grass-cutter, finds himself wound in a twisted tale in which he learns that gifts can be a mixed blessing. Show less

In this Indian/Pakistani folktale Wali Dad, an impoverished grass-cutter, finds himself wound in a twisted tale in which he learns that gifts can be a mixed blessing. In this Indian/Pakistani folktale Wali Dad, an impoverished grass-cutter, finds himself wound in a twisted tale in which he learns that gifts can be a mixed blessing. Show less

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Abiyoyo

Abiyoyo

Based on A South African Lullaby and Folk Story

by Seeger, Pete

Book - 1986

In this remake of the popular South African Folktale, folk singer Pete Seeger puts his spin on this story about a father and son duo’s search for redempti...Show more In this remake of the popular South African Folktale, folk singer Pete Seeger puts his spin on this story about a father and son duo’s search for redemption. After being banned from their village, the two find a way to make the village monster disappear. Show less

In this remake of the popular South African Folktale, folk singer Pete Seeger puts his spin on this story about a father and son duo’s search for redempti...Show more In this remake of the popular South African Folktale, folk singer Pete Seeger puts his spin on this story about a father and son duo’s search for redemption. After being banned from their village, the two find a way to make the village monster disappear. Show less

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The Little Red Hen Makes A Pizza

The Little Red Hen Makes A Pizza

by Sturges, Philemon

Book - 1999

In this remake of the classic folktale “The Little Red Hen”, Red Hen and her buddies set out to make the perfect tasty treat. There’s only one problem – everyone wants to eat pizza, but nobody wants to actually make pizza! In this remake of the classic folktale “The Little Red Hen”, Red Hen and her buddies set out to make the perfect tasty treat. There’s only one problem – everyone wants to eat pizza, but nobody wants to actually make pizza! Show less

In this remake of the classic folktale “The Little Red Hen”, Red Hen and her buddies set out to make the perfect tasty treat. There’s only one problem – everyone wants to eat pizza, but nobody wants to actually make pizza! In this remake of the classic folktale “The Little Red Hen”, Red Hen and her buddies set out to make the perfect tasty treat. There’s only one problem – everyone wants to eat pizza, but nobody wants to actually make pizza! Show less

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The Princess and the Pea

The Princess and the Pea

by Isadora, Rachel

Book - 2007

Author/illustrator Rachel Isadora takes the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale to Africa. A poor young woman, claiming to be a princess, must prove her claim to a skeptical king and queen. Author/illustrator Rachel Isadora takes the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale to Africa. A poor young woman, claiming to be a princess, must prove her claim to a skeptical king and queen. Show less

Author/illustrator Rachel Isadora takes the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale to Africa. A poor young woman, claiming to be a princess, must prove her claim to a skeptical king and queen. Author/illustrator Rachel Isadora takes the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale to Africa. A poor young woman, claiming to be a princess, must prove her claim to a skeptical king and queen. Show less

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The Three Billy Goats Gruff

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

by Barnett, Mac

Streaming Audiobook - 2022

When the three Billy Goats Gruff decide to clip clop clip clop across the bridge, the troll is already imagining all the scrumptious ways to fill his bell...Show more When the three Billy Goats Gruff decide to clip clop clip clop across the bridge, the troll is already imagining all the scrumptious ways to fill his belly. But what if the troll is about to underestimate those seemingly sweet goats and bite off more than he can chew! Show less

When the three Billy Goats Gruff decide to clip clop clip clop across the bridge, the troll is already imagining all the scrumptious ways to fill his bell...Show more When the three Billy Goats Gruff decide to clip clop clip clop across the bridge, the troll is already imagining all the scrumptious ways to fill his belly. But what if the troll is about to underestimate those seemingly sweet goats and bite off more than he can chew! Show less

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The Salmon of Knowledge

The Salmon of Knowledge

by Buckley, Celina

Book - 2019

A creatively illustrated retelling of a traditional Irish legend about an enchanted salmon that will impart all the knowledge in the world to the first person who eats it. A creatively illustrated retelling of a traditional Irish legend about an enchanted salmon that will impart all the knowledge in the world to the first person who eats it. Show less

A creatively illustrated retelling of a traditional Irish legend about an enchanted salmon that will impart all the knowledge in the world to the first person who eats it. A creatively illustrated retelling of a traditional Irish legend about an enchanted salmon that will impart all the knowledge in the world to the first person who eats it. Show less

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