Showing 1–14 of 14 titles

• Genre: Folklore & Fairy Tales
• Audience: Younger

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  Chicken Little

  By Walter Mayes (Narrator)

  This re-telling by narrator Walter Mayes of the fable of Chicken Little is humorous, snarky, and fun.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales, Audiobook
  • Notable Children's Recordings 2011
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780545296519
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  The Grasshopper and the Ants

  By Jerry Pinkney

  In this adaptation of Aesop's fable, vivid, intricate watercolors bring to life hardworking ants as they prepare for the winter, while a playful grasshopper wishes they would join in his merrymaking instead.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780316400817
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  How Raven Got His Crooked Nose: An Alaskan Dena' ina Fable

  By Barbara J. Atwater, Ethan J. Atwater, Mindy Dwyer (Illustrator)

  Grandmother imparts the importance of patience as she retells the fable of trickster Raven and his missing nose.

  • Fiction, Graphic Novels, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Notable Children's Books 2019
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9781513260952
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  Just a Minute: A Trickster Tale and Counting Book

  By Yuyi Morales

  Morales' energetic and playful illustrations capture the essence of Mexican culture with bold and humorous motifs that illuminate Grandma Beetle's vitality and Señor Calavera's expressiveness

  • Nonfiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2004 (Medal Winner)
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780811837583
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  La Princesa and the Pea

  By Susan Middleton Elya, Juana Martinez-Neal (Illustrator)

  This lively, playful retelling of the classic fairy tale is set in Peru and incorporates Peruvian cultural elements.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Notable Children's Books 2018, Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2018 (Medal Winner)
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780399251566
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  Little Roja Riding Hood

  By Susan Middleton Elya, Susan Guevara (Illustrator)

  Susan Guevara's illustrations are a visual treat full of suspense and humor adding a spin to the classic fairy tale. Her use of details, such as the three blind mice and the little duendes, and the texture of warm colors give readers glimpses into a contemporary Hispanic family.

  • Nonfiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2015 (Honor Title)
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780399247675
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  Martina the Beautiful Cockroach: A Cuban Folktale

  By Carmen Agra Deedy

  Storyteller Carmen Agra Deedy brings spirited wit and cultural touches to her retelling of the traditional Cuban tale of Martina's quest to find a husband. Bonus tracks include a Spanish version and a storytelling performance.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales, Audiobook
  • Odyssey Award for Excellence in Audiobook Production 2009 (Honor Title)
  • Middle, Younger
  • ISBN: 9781561454679
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  Martina the Beautiful Cockroach: A Cuban Folktale

  By Carmen Agra Deedy, Michael Austin (Illustrator)

  In “Martina the Beautiful Cockroach: A Cuban Folktale,” Martina is 21 days old and ready to give her leg in marriage. With the help of her Abuela's shocking advice, she interviews a cast of unlikely suitors to find her true love. Deedy's lively and humorous retelling of this classic Latino folktale sparkles with wit as well as aspects of the Cuban culture.

  • Nonfiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2008 (Honor Title)
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9781561453993
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  Spin: The Rumpelstiltskin Musical

  By Neil Fishman, Harvey Edelman, Full Cast (Narrator)

  This delightful written-for-audio children's musical combines Jim Dale's grandfatherly narration and a full cast of singing performers to draw the listener into a witty re-imagining of the Rumpelstiltskin fairy tale.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales, Audiobook
  • Notable Children's Recordings 2019
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780062851734
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  Stone Soup

  By Jon J. Muth, B.D. Wong (Narrator)

  This traditional folktale, narrated by B.D. Wong, is given a new twist in this thoughtfully crafted production.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales, Audiobook
  • Notable Children's Recordings 2012
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780545327152
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  The Three Billy Goats Buenos

  By Susan Middleton Elya (Author), Miguel Ordóñez (Illustrator)

  This twisted fairytale skillfully weaves Spanish vocabulary into an empathetic retelling of a classic.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Notable Children's Books 2021
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780399547393
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  The Three Billy Goats Gruff

  By Mac Barnett (Author), Jon Klassen (Illustrator)

  Infused with clever language and humor, the classic tale of the “Three Billy Goats Gruff” is retold with delightfully surprising illustrations.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Notable Children's Books 2023
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9781338673845
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  The Three Billy Goats Gruff

  By Mac Barnett (Author, Narrator)

  Filled with music, forest sounds and talented narration, Mac Barnett's ability to capture energy and humor coupled with the zestful soundscape brings this retelling of a classic folk tale to life.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales, Audiobook
  • Notable Children's Recordings 2023, Odyssey Award for Excellence in Audiobook Production 2023 (Honor Title)
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9781338897609
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  Tops & Bottoms

  By Janet Stevens

  Sleepy, sprawling bear is outwitted by the wily hare, who succeeds in feeding his numerous offspring with abundant vegetable harvests. Handmade vegetable paper and a masterful use of mixed media contribute to this zesty, organic combination of story and illustration.

  • Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
  • Randolph Caldecott Medal 1996 (Honor Title)
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780152928513