Exploring the history of the world's most practiced traditions and superstitions old and new, this eye-opening book is packed with bold original illustrations, fun facts and origin stories, shedding new light on why we do the things we do.
This beautifully illustrated Plains Indian Creation story celebrates a new Earth after the flood and narrates the making of the buffaloes, mountains, plants, colorful horses and Thunderbirds among others.
After meeting a well-fed dog, a half-starved wolf is ready to exchange his life in the wild for the daily comforts of food and shelter until he learns that a full belly is not worth the price of freedom.
"An easy format retelling of the classic fairy tale, Goldilocks and the Three Bears and the girl's visit to the bears' house. Original edition revised with new illustrations. Includes reading activities and a word list"--
While an ant works hard all summer long to feed her children and store food for the winter, her neighbor, a cheerful but lazy grasshopper, relaxes in the sun. Includes a word puzzle and reading tips for parents.
Resets the tale of the Gingerbread boy in the southwest, where the scrumptious Gordita eludes her pursuers until she meets a clever owl. Includes glossary of Spanish terms and a gorditas recipe.
In this book you'll learn all about mermaids: How old are the myths about them? Do they have any magical powers? And if you meet one, should you be afraid?
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