The Golden Goblin and the Scholar
A humble scholar’s journey in ancient China reveals that wisdom outweighs riches
The Rainmaker of Benguela
An Angolan folktale of a revered rainmaker who summons storms with song and dance to protect the land from drought.
The Two Sisters and the Giant Hyena
Two Courageous Sisters Outsmart a Fearsome Hyena in an Ethiopian Highlands Folktale
The Talking Hippos of Mopti
A Malian folktale of wise hippos who speak under moonlight, offering riddles and warnings to fishermen
The Achiwawa Bird’s Warning
An immersive journey into the Andean highlands where an elusive bird’s mournful call guides villagers away from hidden dangers.
The Midnight Masquerade of Dennery
A haunting Saint Lucian folktale of ghostly masqueraders dancing through Dennery’s streets until dawn
The Cocoa Fairy of Limón
A Costa Rican folktale of a gentle fairy blessing cacao growers who honor the land and forest spirits
The Rolling Pumpkin: A Persian Tale of Courage and Motherly Love
How one determined grandmother crossed wild forests and fierce beasts to see her daughter again
The Silver Lake of Tokaj
A modern folktale of nature's hidden wisdom in the heart of Hungary's Tokaj region
The Kamba Rain Song
A young girl’s journey to awaken the sky with ancient melodies and bring life-giving rain to her parched village.
The Mermaid’s Pearl in Isla de la Juventud
A Cuban folktale of a mermaid whose lost pearl holds the secret to eternal youth and guides sailors to safety
The Legend of Crna Kraljica
The Haunted Queen of Medvedgrad
The Goat and the Edelweiss Maiden: A Tale of Purity and Resilience
In the misty heights of Swaziland’s mountains, a maiden and her goat safeguard the rare edelweiss, symbols of purity and hope.
La Luchosa: The Owl with a Woman’s Face
In the misty marshlands of the US Southwest, a legendary creature watches over moonlit waters.
Muki: The Andean Mine Guardian Dwarf
A haunting Peruvian folktale of a diminutive guardian dwelling in the Andean depths
El Pombro
Ratoncito Pérez: El Ratón de los Dientes Encantados
A whimsical mouse who trades a child's lost tooth for a secret treasure beneath the pillow.
Tansen's Gift: The Mystic Music of India
A gifted musician’s song could calm wild beasts and kindle lamps with a single note.
The Roof of Leaves: A Tale of Anger and Forgiveness from the Congo
When conflict brews beneath the green canopy, only forgiveness can calm the storm.
A True Friend: An Indian Folktale of Loyalty
Two friends embark on a journey that tests their loyalty against deceit and danger under the watchful gaze of fate.
Mr. Spider, His Family, and the Dead Elephant: Anansi’s Clever Trick
In a Ghanaian forest, Anansi cleverly outwits the mighty elephant and teaches his family the art of wisdom and resourcefulness.
Intellectual Girl: A Folktale of Wit and Courage from India
A young maiden in ancient India uses quick wit and a fearless heart to outsmart every challenge and restore justice to her village.
The Monster Will Sleep in Your Bed
A spooky yet playful Brazilian folktale of the Bicho Papão that encourages children to go to sleep early.
The Conceited Cow: An Indian Folktale of Modesty and Wisdom
A boastful cow learns humility after encountering more skilled creatures, teaching the value of modesty.