In this collection of three lesser‑known Aesop’s Fables, you’ll discover how a bat ended up flying only at night, why choosing good friends really matters, and how even the tiniest creature—like an ant—can become a hero.

Across North and South America, Native peoples have shared stories for generations—tales told aloud long before they were written down. In this collection, more than forty myths from thirty different tribes, from the far northern Arctic to the tropical forests of Guiana, invite readers to explore a powerful idea: all living things are connected by the same spirit.

In many parts of Latin America—with its mix of Indigenous, Spanish, Catholic, and African traditions—magic is part of everyday life. Momentos mágicos, or “magic moments,” can appear in all kinds of ways. For storyteller Olga Loya, the magic happens each time an old tale is passed from one person to another. The sixteen stories in this collection are filled with those special moments.

Explore spooky stories, legends, and mysteries from all 50 states in this collection of America’s most fascinating haunted tales.

Sing along with a colorful skeleton band in this exuberant rendition of a traditional most-loved...

When Nicki drops his white mitten in the snow, he goes on without realizing that it is missing. One by one, woodland animals find it and crawl in; first, a curious mole, then a rabbit, a badger and others, each one larger than the last. Finally, a big brown bear is followed in by a tiny brown mouse and what happens next makes for a wonderfully funny climax.