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world folktales

Anansi and the Pot of Wisdom
Age 5-9

Anansi and the Pot of Wisdom

Anansi the Spider attempts to hoard all the world’s wisdom into a single clay pot, only to discover he still has much to learn.

world folktales humility wisdom
Momotaro, the Peach Boy
Age 6-10

Momotaro, the Peach Boy

A brave boy born from a giant peach sets out on a journey with loyal animal friends to defeat the ogres and bring peace.

world folktales courage teamwork
The Tongue-Cut Sparrow
Age 7-12

The Tongue-Cut Sparrow

A kind man is rewarded for gentleness to a bird, while his greedy wife learns a hard lesson about always wanting more.

world folktales kindness greed
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears
Age 5-9

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears

A very small lie told to an iguana starts a domino effect across the jungle, explaining why mosquitoes buzz nervously in our ears today.

world folktales honesty consequences