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"The Story of Peter Pan", by James M. Barrie, is one of the most famous tales about youth and dream-like adventures; this classic adaptation of Barrie's play will let you fly on the wings of your imagination. "The History of Tom Thumb" was the first fairy tale ever printed in English. "The Three Sillies" is a very old folktale, and has been handed down over the centuries for its entertainment value. "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" is a classic folktale of which numerous versions are known; they all delight and educate children about the importance of boundaries and personal property. Last but not least, "Jack the Giant Killer" is a fascinating folk tale coming from the Middle Ages, set during King Arthur's reign; it shows how a young man uses clever tricks to outwit terrible giants and rid England of their terrible threats.

From 20-year veteran storyteller Pleasant DeSpain, known for reducing folktales to their essence, 20 "retellable" folktales from around the world. Folktales captivate generation after generation because they remind us that our forebears overcame seemingly insurmountable odds and we can, too! Folktale characters show us the best in ourselves; our sense of humor, our perseverance, our resilience that overcomes giant hurdles, and our innate sense of fair play.

Newly re-mastered for digital formats, this is the definitive recording of Hans Christian Andersen's six best-loved stories. Narrator Diane Wolkstein, the artistic director of the Hans Christian Andersen Center in New York City, tells Andersen stories throughout the world. She is the author of 23 award-winning books of folklore and has been honored by the National Storytelling Network as a recipient of its coveted Circle of Excellence Award, a designation reserved for America's best living storytellers.

This poem is short but not a lark, suddenly it hit me like a spark, I am the scary thing outside in the park, the haunting figure lurking in the dark.

The tragic and captivating persona of Vsevolod Garshin wouldn't be out of place at the heart of a grand drama, complete with breathtaking plot swings and poignant dialog. As it was, over the course of his short life, Garshin created a sizable and formidable body of work. The tales in this collection were initially intended for children. However, following the tradition of Hans Christian Andersen and Oscar Wilde, Garshin's stories transcend one age group and one audience, offering something to people of all ages.

Hansel and Gretel are two hungry children abandoned in the forest, who then happen upon a wonderful house made of gingerbread. But danger lurks within this tasty abode. Will the poor children escape or are they doomed to the cruel fate a wicked witch has in store for them?

The fifth and final installment of Russian Collection for Kids goes well and truly outside of the boundaries of Russia and all over the world. Folk tales and stories by foreign authors, narratives from various continents, fanciful and fascinating story lines, people, places, and animals - everything has been thrown in and mixed thoroughly in this comprehensive collection, bound to astonish and delight both children and grown-ups.

Una maravillosa antología de 16 cuentos infantiles inolvidables, animados y musicalizados para que los más pequeños no dejen de soñar.

Step into a world of timeless magic and adventure with this charming collection of classic fairy tales! Featuring beloved stories from legendary storytellers like The Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Maud Lindsay, Edric Vredenburg, Andrew Lang, and Edith Howes, this collection of fairy tales brings together enchanting tales filled with wonder, wisdom, and imagination. From courageous heroes and clever princesses to magical creatures and faraway kingdoms, each story is beautifully told to captivate young listeners and spark their imagination.

Super-Noms haven't always been superheroes... Want to discover their backstory? Listen to this nicely narrated fairy tale!

We all remember the exploits of Br'er Rabbit and his cohorts Br'er Fox, Br'er Possum, and other sly characters. But while these tales were circulating among slaves in the southern United States, another set of stories was passed along just as enthusiastically … only these clever tricksters were female. Who better to tackle the stories of these sister tricksters than the San Souci brothers? Utilizing a contagiously rhythmic, pitch-perfect dialect, award winning writer Robert gleefully interprets the exploits of Molly Cottontail, Miz Grasshopper, Miz Duck, and Miz Goose against worthy (and ...

A GOODNIGHT POEM Think happy thoughts as you rest your head Have sweet dreams and sleep tight in your bed Morning will come and there is sunshine ahead The silver goodnight Fairy, keeps away the dread

Enter a world of magic and shadows where the line between good and evil is blurred and the consequences of one's actions can be deadly. In this collection of dark fairy stories, you'll encounter treacherous witches, cursed princesses, and malevolent creatures lurking in the shadows. These tales will leave you on the edge of your seat and questioning the true nature of happily ever after. These are not the fairy tales of your childhood. Proceed with caution. So keep listening and let the magic unfold, but beware: Once you enter the realm of the dark fairies, you may never want to leave.

Have you heard of the Star Maiden, Old Sally Cato, or Sweet Betsey from Pike? Everyone knows about Paul Bunyan, Johnny Appleseed, and Davy Crockett, But have you heard of these larger-than-life women? From Bess Call, who wrestles any and all challengers, to Molly Cottontail, who can outwit any critter in the woods, to Hekeke, who slays a giant singlehandedly, here are 15 funny, stormy, and always entertaining tall tales of legendary American women. They're as difference as can be, but still cut from the same cloth.

My sweet demons do not need a reason to be tough They are patient and wait until the beast has enough Demons One through Ten, love to get a little rough Enter, if you dare, but beware, never call their bluff

Estos son algunos cuentos de Oscar Wilde, entre ellos "El principe Feliz", "El ogro egoista", y "Un amigo fiel."

Ludwig Bechstein (1801 - 1860) war etwas später dran als die allgegenwärtigen Brüder Grimm, doch sind seine Märchensammlungen nicht minder berühmt. Und auch wenn er einige Märchen im Repertoire hat, die vor ihm schon die Grimms aufgeschrieben hatten ("Schneeweißchen", "Dornröschen"), so präsentiert er uns doch zahlreiche Geschichten, die ganz neu sind und somit eine unerlässliche Ergänzung darstellen. "Das Mäuslein Sambar", "Zitterinchen", "Die drei Hunde", "Der wandernde Stab", "Die Wünschdinger" und viele mehr erzählt nur Bechstein - und das auf wunderbar unterhaltsame Weise.

Dimiter Inkiows Erzählungen der bekanntesten griechischen Sagen gehören seit über 30 Jahren zum Erfolgsprogramm von IGEL RECORDS. Nun wurden die Klassiker mit Sprecher Peter Kaempfe überarbeitet, neu aufgenommen und mit einem zeitgemäßen Cover des bekannten Illustrators Max Meinzold versehen. Im dritten Teil der Reihe begleiten wir unter anderem den einfallsreichen Daidalos, erleben den ersten Flug der Menschheitsgeschichte und lauschen der Geschichte von Amor und Psyche.

Aesop’s Fables refers to a collection of fables credited to Aesop (620 - 560 BC), a slave and storyteller who lived in Ancient Greece. His fables are some of the most well known in the world and remain a popular choice for the moral education of children today. Many stories included in Aesop’s Fables, such as “The Fox and the Grapes” (from which the idiom “sour grapes” was derived), “The Tortoise and the Hare”, “The North Wind and the Sun”, and “The Boy Who Cried Wolf”, are well-known throughout the world.

Per colpa della crisi, la Befana, che sarà anche quasi baronessa ma è un po' tirchia, i regali li porta solo a chi se li può permettere. Per fortuna non tutti la pensano così! I giocattoli nella sua bottega, per esempio, pur essendo di legno, hanno un cuore d'oro. E così alla vigilia dell'Epifania, con il capitano Mezzabarba, il cagnolino Spìcciola e l'indiano Penna d'Argento, saltano a bordo della Freccia Azzurra.