Best of
Folk-Tales

1991

Agatha's Feather Bed: Not Just Another Wild Goose Story


Carmen Agra Deedy - 1991
    Henry-inspired ending, Agatha arrives at a solution that benefits all, teaching readers to respect the delicate balance between our resources and responsibilities.

Keepers of the Animals: Native American Stories and Wildlife Activities for Children


Joseph Bruchac - 1991
    As the stories unfold and the activities come to life, the importance of our connections to animals became apparent. Features traditional Native American stories. Includes field-tested activities appropriate for all ages. Connects wildlife ecology and environmental issues. Fosters creative thinking and the synthesis of knowledge and experience.The stories in this book present some of the basic perspectives that Native North American parents, aunts and uncles use to teach the young. They are phrased in terms that modern youngsters can understand and appreciate, along with eye-catching illustrations and photographs throughout.Look for other Fulcrum books in this series: Keepers of the Earth, Keepers of Life and Keepers of the Night.

St. Jerome And The Lion


Margaret Hodges - 1991
    An illustrated retelling of the legend of Saint Jerome and the lion that he sheltered in his monastery.

Rain Player


David Wisniewski - 1991
    Mayan art and architecture were the inspiration for the spectacular cut-paper artwork.

Coyote Stories for Children: Tales from Native America


Susan Strauss - 1991
    Retells a variety of Native American legends featuring Coyote in the time before the coming of humans, including Coyote Gets His Powers and Coyote and Spider Woman.