Kids Folklore

Discover a magical world where monsters aren’t scary—they’re friendly! Dive into a collection of 29 delightful short stories perfect for young listeners. Each tale is a quick, engaging story, crafted especially for kids who are just starting to explore the world of books.

Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape.

I’m sure you’ve heard the name Thor, especially with all the superhero movies. In this book, we’ll tell you all about how he was born and all of the interesting things he did. But before all that, we’ll also take a quick look at what myths are, where they come from, and why they’re important.

A National Book Award finalist and instant fantasy classic about the power of community, generosity, books, and baked goods, from the author of the beloved Newbery Medal winner The Girl Who Drank the Moon. The town of Stone in the Glen used to be lovely, but it hasn’t been so in a very long...

Step into the mysterious and unknown with Ghostly Tales from Around the World, a chilling collection of ghost stories that crosses borders and cultures. Perfect for brave young readers aged 8 and up, this anthology brings together spine-tingling tales from across the globe—each crafted to send shivers down your spine and spark your imagination. Travel through haunted landscapes and eerie traditions: from the misty moors of Scotland to the shadowy streets of Japan, Ghostly Tales weaves a rich tapestry of spooky folklore. Within its pages, you’ll meet mischievous spirits, ancient ghosts, ...

Orisha: Stories of the Yoruba’ s Faith for Children is a beautifully illustrated and engaging introduction to the rich spiritual world of the Yoruba tradition, tailored especially for young readers. Through captivating storytelling and vibrant characters, this book explores the lives, powers, and lessons of the Orisha who are divine beings and ancestral spirits that guide, protect, and inspire. Each chapter presents a child-friendly story centered on a different Orisha. These tales reflect universal values such as courage, kindness, justice, and resilience, while honoring the cultural ...

The traditional retold fairy tales in this volume speak of the awesome and the marvellous, of the perilous and the exhilarating. We shall explore the traditional, age-old stories for children our ancestors have told us about Dragons. These fairy tales of awe have grown and flourished all over the globe, although as you travel futher East it’s likely that you’ll find more dragons — and also kindlier ones. For not all dragons are the same: they’re not really siblings to each other, they’re more like removed cousins. Some are imbued with fire, others with light, and others with rain ...

Get ready to hop on a mythical time machine and journey to the icy forests, grand palaces, and enchanted lands of Russia. This book is your gateway to a magical world filled with talking wolves, firebirds with glowing feathers, and the mysterious, ever-tricky Baba Yaga. Perfect for listeners aged 7–12 (and adventurous adults!), this beautifully written collection of Russian fairy tales and mythology for kids is designed to spark the imagination, teach valuable lessons, and introduce young minds to the rich tapestry of Russian culture, legends, and traditional folk stories.

This bundle contains two audiobooks: Classic Fairy Tales Collection 1 and Collection 2. There are nine classic tales in collection 1 and 17 classic tales in collection 2. So, you’ll get total of 26 classic tales with this bundle.

An epic adventure steeped in Hawaiian lore, this enchanting novel explores the connection between our world and that of the spirits of the wood, from bestselling author Nikki Van De Car. According to legend, when the kanaka 'ōiwi sailed over two thousand miles across untraveled seas to the most...

Adventure Awaits in Every Question so Let’s Dive In! Imagine walking through a magical forest where gigantic trees whisper secrets about the universe. You discover that there are more trees on Earth than stars in the sky. With every step you take, dazzling facts about black holes and time travel come to life, waiting for you to explore them. Each page of this book invites you to be an explorer, where curiosity is your best friend, and learning opens doors to astonishing discoveries. Get ready for an adventure filled with fun! Dive into this book, and you'll find yourself giggling with ...

Whether you are an adult with fond memories of spooky tales by the campfire light, or a young camper looking to be the spooky storyteller among your friends and family, Tales in the Dark is ideal for you. Fifth graders and up will have a thrilling read. Grab your snuggly blanket and a flashlight, pull the blanket over your head, and read this book by flashlight. Don’t forget to practice telling the stories so that you will be the best storyteller with your friends. "Tales in the Dark is a great read for children and adults. Break out your flashlight, make some s'mores. put your flashlight...

This Newbery Honor Book and Coretta Scott King Award Winner from beloved author Patricia McKissack offers a “stellar collection” of “ten original stories, all with a foundation in African-American history or culture” (School Library Journal). In that special half-hour of twilight—the...

Keyno and the Magic HipHop Drum is a heartwarming and magical tale that blends rhythm, culture, and community into an unforgettable adventure. In the peaceful village of Oakhaven, music is more than sound—it’s life itself. At the center of it all is Keyno, a wise and joyful man with a proud afro and a heart as big as his smile. His drum isn’t just any drum—it’s a magic HipHop drum, carved with patterns of nature and glowing with rhythms that heal, unite, and inspire. When shadows of doubt and silence threaten the harmony of Oakhaven, Keyno’s drum calls forth the power of courage...

The Wrath and the Dawn meets Snow White and the Huntsman in this dark and mystical East Asian fantasy reimagining of The Evil Queen legend about one peasant girl's quest to become Empress. "A richly developed fantasy world . . . Julie C. Dao is a talent to watch."—Marie Lu, #1 New York...

The turn of a card could change your destiny in this captivating middle grade adventure based on the Lotería card game and perfect for fans of Coco. While searching for her missing cousin, a young girl is transported to a mythical kingdom, becoming entangled in a perilous game of chance. “A...

Urban Fairy Tales: Totally Twisted Part 2 Get ready to laugh out loud with Urban Fairy Tales: Totally Twisted Part 2! This new collection takes classic stories and spins them into hilariously modern adventures.What's Inside? We've reimagined your favorite characters like Sleeping Beauty, Chicken Little, Pinocchio, and Alice in Wonderland, giving their timeless tales a fresh, comical twist. Prepare for a delightful blend of silliness and wit that will have you giggling from start to finish.Instant Download & Free Preview Dive into this enchanting, modernized world of humor instantly! Urban ...

Step into the Northwoods, where trees stretched taller than steeples, storms cracked louder than cannons, and laughter echoed across the rivers. Here lives Paul Bunyan — the mightiest lumberjack who ever walked the land — and his faithful companion, Babe the Blue Ox. From the moment Paul was born too big for his cradle, to the day he and Babe reshaped rivers, carved valleys, and cooked flapjacks on a griddle the size of a lake, their adventures grew into the tallest tales America has ever told. Taller than the pines, bigger than the mountains, funnier than a flapjack roof, this book ...

If you’ve ever wondered what witches were really like, spend one weekend traveling from Salem to Samhain—without leaving your couch. Unlock a thousand years of witch lore in 30 nights—no textbooks dull lectures. If pop-culture magic is your gateway, explore the real legends behind it in 7 spellbinding chapters From cauldrons to courtrooms in 24 hours: decode how history made the witch If you love Halloween, keep the wonder alive all year with a nightly 10-minute read Myths Myth #1: “Witches are only a Salem story.” The truth prowls across continents—Nordic sagas, Mediterranean ...

Newbery and Caldecott honoree and New York Times bestselling author Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written full-color book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food. From fried dumplings to fortune cookies...