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Reading the stories that have been passed down in other parts of our planet can be a great way to learn more about the world. Readers of this charming play, based on a Finnish folktale, will venture on a journey into the forest, where one man meets an unlikely bride. Along the way, they'll meet many interesting characters. Eye-catching illustrations are sure to grab readers' attention, while the short, accessible sections of dialogue will keep them...
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For as long as people have been living on this planet, they have been sharing tales and stories with each other. This take on a classic African folktale is told through the use of colorful illustrations and age-appropriate text that will hold the attention of even the most reluctant readers. The use of the play format makes for digestible sections of text that will keep readers of many ages and levels engaged in the story. This stimulating tale is...
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Animals play a large role in the stories of many cultures. They are often a source of symbolism and add insight to stories. This engaging play, based on a folktale from Northern Australia, features a few different creatures and tells the story of how a colorful bird came to be. Eye-catching illustrations and accessible text make for a fresh take on this deep-rooted tale that is sure to be a hit with readers of all ages.
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All over the world, stories are passed down from generation to generation. When a certain tale is circulated and known by many people, it is a folktale. Readers of this play, based on a folktale from the Philippines, learn how a golden ring connects a family of chickens and a hawk. The story of the ring is told through the use of accessible dialogue. Colorful illustrations supplement the text and highlight key parts of the story, offering a fresh...
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Folktales often tell stories that seek to explain why certain things are the way that they are. This play, based on a Danish folktale, offers one such idea on where some precious stones may get their coloring. Along the way, readers will meet an array of characters, including a troll and a king. Colorful illustrations correlate closely with accessible, concise text and dialogue. Readers of all ages and levels will love this illuminating take on an...
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Around the world, stories are passed down from generation to generation. These stories often help us learn more about a place or culture and are often filled with important life lessons. Based on a Nepalese folktale, this play tells the story of two plants, one that is green all year round, and another that thrives only sometimes. Exciting dialogue and vibrant illustrations bring these plants into fabulous focus and make for a fun read that's sure...
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Many of the most popular tales involve haunted places filled with monsters and beasts. In this story, the haunted pool is armed with only one monster, but it's enough to keep everyone away, at least until Untombinde, the King's daughter, decides she wants to see the pool. Readers of this captivating play join Untombinde and many others on their journey to the pool and their encounter with the monster. The story comes to life with the help of colorful...
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Folktales often portray stories about the creation of certain places. Readers of this engaging play learn one tale of how the Hawaiian Islands came to be. The story of Ma-ui and his family is told with the help of captivating text and dialogue, as well as vivid illustrations that closely correlate with the textual content of the book. This exciting story is sure to get young readers excited about plays and folktales.
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What's in a name? According to one Greek myth, quite a lot! This captivating play tells the story of Poseidon, Athena, and the people of Athens as they try to come up with a name for the city. Throughout the tale, readers encounter important lessons and also learn a bit about Greek mythology. Colorful illustrations paired with accessible text are sure to capture the attention of readers of all ages and levels.
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For years the Mayan civilization flourished. Even today, their stories still live on around the world. This stimulating play offers a fresh take on a Mayan myth about the first people. Accompanied by bright illustrations, the accessible text tells the tale through the use of concise dialogue, easy for readers of many levels to follow along with. The innovative design and captivating content of this book are sure to keep readers turning the pages.
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Every part of the world has animals that are unique to the region. While these animals may be very different depending on where they live, one thing is often the same: they have beautiful coats of fur. This captivating play tells a story, based on a Zulu tale from South Africa, of how these gorgeous coats came to be on these animals. Colorful illustrations and concise text engage readers of many levels and ages, while also encouraging them to learn...
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Many of the most popular folktales and legends tell stories of rulers and their kingdoms. This play, based on a tale from Central Asia, tells the story of a young king and his clever wife. An innovative page layout helps tell the story in a way that readers of all ages and levels will find easy to follow along with. Colorful illustrations reinforce key aspects of the text, while a dialogue format ensures clarity and understanding.
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