World Culture Collection

 
The Barefoot Books World Culture Collection
Open children’s hearts and minds to new perspectives by introducing them to settings, characters and cultures from around the world.

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17480

African Tales

Written by Gcina Mhlophe and Illustrated by Rachel Griffin
This anthology includes eight traditional tales from all over Africa. Sumptuous hand-sewn collage...
1st - 5th
17483

Catch that Goat

Written and Illustrated by Polly Alakija
Chase after a mischievous goat! Ayoka has been left in charge of the family goat — but within...
Pre-K - 3rd
17496

Fiesta Femenina

Written by Mary-Joan Gerson and Illustrated by Maya Christina Gonzalex
Eight Mexican folk heroines come to vibrant life in this fascinating anthology illustrated by Pura...
K - 5th
17502

Indian Tales

Written by Shenaaz Nanji and Illustrated by Christopher Corr
This anthology includes eight traditional tales from all over the Indian subcontinent. Bright...
1st - 5th
17514

My Granny Went to Market

Written by Stella Blackstone and Illustrated by Christopher Corr
Fly away with Granny as she takes a magic carpet ride around the world, collecting a steadily...
Pre-K - 2nd
17516

Off We Go to Mexico

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Christopher Corr
Swim in turquoise seas, admire grey whales and monarch butterflies, trek to native villages and sing...
K - 5th
17517

One City, Two Brothers

Written by Chris Smith and Illustrated by Aurélia Fronty
Listen to Solomon as he tells the story of two brothers who learn the true meaning of peace and...
K - 4th
17522

Riding on a Caravan

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Helen Cann
Explore the sights, smells and sounds of China in this rhyming tale about a Chinese family's journey...
K - 5th
17532

Tales From Old Ireland

Written by Malachy Doyle and Illustrated by Niamh Sharkey
This collection of seven spellbinding Irish folk tales deserves to be read aloud at every hearth...
1st - 5th
17533

Tales of Mystery and Magic

Written by Hugh Lupton and Illustrated by Agnese Baruzzi
Introducing a bewitching world of mystery and magic, this collection of stories includes tales of...
Pre-K - 2nd
17536

The Barefoot Book of Animal Tales

Written by Naomi Adler and Illustrated by Amanda Hall
Enjoy nine fun-filled animal adventures. Gathered from cultures all over the world, the traditional...
K - 4th
17537

The Barefoot Book of Classic Poems

Written and Illustrated by Jackie Morris
Become inspired by this breathtaking collection that brings together seventy-four of the finest...
2nd - 6th
17539

The Barefoot Book of Pirates

Written by Richard Walker and Illustrated by Olwyn Whelan
This swashbuckling collection of pirate tales is brimful with drama and adventure on the high seas...
2nd - 6th
17540

The Barefoot Book of Riddles

Written by Hugh Lupton and Illustrated by Sophie Fatus
Sharpen your wits and dazzle your friends with this fabulous collection of riddles, puzzles and...
K - 5th
17545

The Elephants' Ears

Written by Catherine Chambers and Illustrated by Caroline Mockford
This contemporary fable of how the African and Indian elephant first found their homelands also...
Pre-K - 2nd
17569

We All Went on Safari

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Julia Cairns
Join Arusha, Mosi, Tumpe and their Maasai friends as they set out on a counting journey through the...
K - 6th
17570

We're Sailing Down the Nile

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Anne Wilson
Set sail along the mighty Nile River to experience the wonders of Egypt. The lilting, rhyming story...
K - 5th
17571

We're Sailing to Galapogos

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Grazia Restelli
Come sail to Galapagos and see what you can see! Readers will encounter giant tortoises, albatrosses...
K - 5th
17520

Prince of Fire: The Story of Diwali

Written by Verma and Jatinder and Illustrated by Mistry
Action-packed from start to finish, this dramatic new chapter book version of India’s great epic...
3rd - 5th