Retells the story of Goldilocks, set in an Inuit village and featuring a family of polar bears.

"Award-winning author Duncan Tonatiuh reimagines one of Mexico's cherished legends. Princess Izta had many wealthy suitors but dismissed them all. When a mere warrior, Popoca, promised to be true to her and stay always by her side, Izta fell in love. The emperor promised Popoca if he could defeat their enemy Jaguar Claw, then Popoca and Izta could wed. When Popoca was near to defeating Jaguar Claw, his opponent sent a messenger to Izta saying Popoca...

"An easy format retelling of the classic fairy tale, Three Little Pigs and how they work together. Original edition revised with new illustrations. Includes reading activities and a word list"--Provided by publisher.

A cumulative folk song in which seven soldiers build a magnificent cannon, but Drummer Hoff fires it off.

Contains a collection of short stories of Native American myths and legends from tribes and cultures throughout all of the Americas. Includes a transcription of Indigenous terms, a pronunciation guide, a map, and a glossary.

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."

Davy Crockett battles Snag, a fierce gator, from destroying steamers along the Mississipi River.

A collection of tales told by Scheherazade to amuse the cruel sultan and stop him from executing her as he had his other daily wives.

"When their mother sends them packing, the Three Little Pigs are forced to build houses of their own. They better be sturdy and strong because the Big Bad Wolf is on the prowl, and he's ready to huff and puff his way inside. Will they survive against this hungry beast? Or will the pigs become his next tasty treat?"--Unedited summary from book.