Baker, Liza
Summary: Presents excerpts from the Disney versions of five classic fairy tales--"Beauty and the Beast," "Cinderella," "The Little Mermaid," "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," and "Aladdin."
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Disney Press 2001
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Summary: A retelling of a tale of bravery against seemingly insurmountable odds and a community working together to overcome adversity, reminding us that no challenge is too great, and that even the smallest of us can make a world of difference. Includes the origins of the folktale and facts about hummingbirds.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams Books for Young Readers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE HENJoslin, Mary.
Summary: Collects stories that highlight the strengths and weaknesses of human nature and the consequences of foolish choices, in a work featuring tales from such countries as Nigeria, Turkey, Bhutan, and Russia.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lion Children's 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398 JOSSchwartz, Alvin
Summary: More traditional and modern-day stories of ghosts, witches, vampires, "jump" stories, and scary songs.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.25 SchCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JFIC SCHElya, Susan Middleton
Summary: El prìcipe knows this girl is the one for him. But, as usual, his mother doesn't agree. The queen has a secret test in mind to see if this girl is really a princesa. But the prince might just have a sneaky plan, too ... Readers will be enchanted by this Latino twist on the classic story, and captivated by the vibrant art inspired by the culture of Peru. -- From dust jacket.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: G.P. Putnam's Sons 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ELYCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile World Languages, Call number: JE SPANISH ELYSummary: "The traditional stories of Ireland, Scotland, Brittany, and Wales transport us to the fantastical world of Celtic folklore. These timeless tales brim with wit and magic, and each one is brought to life with elegant silhouette art in this special illustrated edition." -- Page [4] cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 398.2 CELBierhorst, John.
Summary: Over forty cultures are represented by sixty-four selected myths and tales.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 1992
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Native BierhorstJohnston Phelps, Ethel
Summary: "Long before Suzanne Collins created Katniss Everdeen and Octavia Butler wrote Parable of the Sower, there were many traditional folktales full of adventure, intrigue, and intrepid female characters. Feminist Folktales from Around the World collects these forgotten classics. Enjoy this collection of all four volumes."--
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Audiobooks, Call number: J PA FIC JOHKrensky, Stephen
Summary: "Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully illustrated compendium for kids aged 7 to 9. You'll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling fictional animals from all around the world. Say hello to Bigfoot in the forests of North America and learn about the Native American traditions that inspired its story. Voyage to Japan to meet...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.24 KREWoollvin, Bethan
Summary: On her way to Grandma's house, Little Red meets a wolf. Which might scare some little girls. But not this little girl. She knows just what the wolf is up to, and she's not going to let him get away with it.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Peachtree 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE WOOAlexander, Heather
Summary: Ever wondered why we knock on wood, cross our fingers, or say "white rabbits" on the first day of the month? Dive in and learn about fascinating traditions and superstitions from all over the world! The Good Luck Book explores the surprising -- and sometimes scary -- history of the world's most practiced traditions and superstitions (and plenty more that you probably won't have heard of!)....
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398 ALEDavidson, Susanna.
Summary: This timeless collection of over thirty fables is filled with Aesop's best-loved characters. Meet the lion who becomes friends with a mouse, a clever fox, a foolish crow and a wolf dressed up as a sheep. Enchantingly illustrated and retold, these stories are the perfect introduction to Aesop and will be enjoyed for years to come.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Usborne 2013
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2 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398 DAVForest, Heather.
Summary: The sun and the wind test their strength by seeing which of them can cause a man to remove his coat, demonstrating the value of using gentle persuasion rather than force as a means of achieving a goal.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: August House Little Folk 2008
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 FORGrimm, Jacob
Summary: "When Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published their 'Children's and Household Tales' in 1812, followed by a second volume in 1815, they had no idea that such stories as 'Rapunzel, ' 'Hansel and Gretel, ' and 'Cinderella' would become the most celebrated in the world. Yet few people today are familiar with the majority of tales from the two early volumes, since in the next four decades the Grimms...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Princeton University Press 2014
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Summary: This third A-Z directory by the author of The Crystal Bibles explores the effects of electromagnetic field (EMF) pollution and geopathic stress (GS) on health and well-being, and the dis-eases and healing crystals associated with them. Including 20 crystal portraits, the directory assists in identifying the right crystal for your needs whether it is for personal energetic support and healing...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: O-Books 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 133.2 HALIlluitok, Levi
Summary: "After his parents are brutally murdered, Ahiahia is raised by his grandmother in a camp surrounded by enemies. His grandmother knows that eventually the camp will turn on Ahiahia, just as it did his parents, so she chants a protection chant over the clothing that she lovingly sews for him, over the amulet and necklace she gives him, even over the dog that is his companion. When he is attacked,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Inhabit Media Inc. 2022
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1 available in Young Adult Oversize, Call number: YA 741.5 ILLKimmel, Eric A.
Summary: Anansi the spider plans to trick Turtle into catching a fish for his dinner, but Turtle proves to be smarter and ends up with a free meal. Explains the origin of spider webs.
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: Findaway World, LLC 2019
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Summary: A retelling of the Grimm tale about the fisherman's greedy wife, set in the land of the Aztecs.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Two Lions 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 398.2 KIMLowell, Susan
Summary: A Western-style retelling of the traditional tale about a little girl who finds the house of bear family and makes herself at home.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Henry Holt 2001
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE LOWMilbourne, Anna
Summary: On the way to the market, a strange little man gives Jack a few magic beans for his cow. What happens next changes Jack's life forever.
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE FIC MILPinkney, Jerry
Summary: A clever cat wins for his master a fortune and the hand of a princess
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dial Books for Young Readers 2012
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 398.24 PINPlatt, Christine A.
Summary: "In the Northwest Coast region of North America, people know Raven the Trickster can change his shape at will. When an old man steals all the light from the world and hides it in a special box, the people need Raven's help. Can Raven outsmart the old man?" --
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Publisher / Publication Date: Calico Kid, an imprint of Magic Wagon 2022
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Rising Reader (Purple), Call number: JBR PURPLE PLAStutzman, Jonathan
Summary: Vincent, a mouse who roams the world carrying his house on his back and stopping where he knows he should, offers food and shelter to animals in need. After setting up his house, he invites a weary bullfrog and a hungry cat inside. Each initially declines the offer, saying his house is too small. But after entering, they find that it is bigger than it looks. Others soon join them: deer,...
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: [Library Ideas, LLC] 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Audiobooks, Call number: J READ ALONG STUWeso, T. F. Pecore (Thomas F. Pecore)
Summary: "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. What sets this book apart from other Native American books for kids: Tales from 12 tribes--Kids will embark on a literary adventure with 12 stories from tribes around America,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rockridge Press 2022