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1	Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale more books like this by John Steptoe add to wishlist Originally published in 1988 and now available in paperback, a version of an African folk tale in which a king learns about his daughters as he searches for a wife. When the king disguises himself he discovers the true nature of his daughters and decides which is fit to rule. Illustrated in full colour by the author. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.95! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Babushka's Doll more books like this by Patricia Polacco (Illustrator) add to wishlist Visiting her Russian grandmother, Babushka, for the day, young Natasha doesn't understand why Babushka is too busy to play with her. Bored and whiny, Natasha is eventually placated when Babushka gives her a doll. When the doll comes to life and starts making demands, Natasha realizes how Babushka must feel. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.85! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	Cendrillon: A Caribbean Cinderella more books like this by Robert D San Souci, Brian Pinkney (Illustrator) add to wishlist A Caribbean version of the "Cinderella" story. Here the fairy godmother is a poor washerwoman who sets out to help Cendrillion after the girl falls in love with a rich man's son. The washerwoman uses her magical powers to create carriages, horses, a coach, and a beautiful gown so that Cendrillion can attend her beloved's birthday party in style. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.98! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
4	Peter in Blueberry Land more books like this by Elsa Beskow add to wishlist This is a mini gift edition of Elsa Beskow's classic story. Peter is looking for blueberries for his mother's birthday but he can't find a single one. Suddenly he feels a light tap on his shoe, and a strange and magical adventure begins. see all copies from $5.96! new only from $5.96! \| SVS
5	Egyptian Cinderella more books like this by Shirley Climo add to wishlist A picture book retelling of the Ancient Egyptian legend about Greek girl who was kidnapped and brought to Egypt as a slave. In this version the girl, Rhodopis, is mistreated not by her stepmother and stepsisters, but rather by the other servants, and a pharaoh serves as Prince Charming. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.86! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	Martina the Beautiful Cockroach: A Cuban Folktale more books like this by Carmen Agra Deedy (Retold by), Michael Austin (Illustrator) add to wishlist Martina is a young cockroach who doesnt know coffee beans about love and marriage. Thats where her Cuban family comes in. While some of the Cucarachas offer her gifts to make her more attractive, only her grandmother gives her something really useful: some shocking advice. Full color. see all copies from $9.57! new only from $12.69! \| SVS
7	Not One Damsel in Distress: World Folktales for Strong Girls more books like this by Jane Yolen, Susan Guevara (Illustrator) add to wishlist A collection of thirteen traditional tales from various parts of the world, each of whose main character is a fearless, strong, heroic, and resourceful woman. see all copies from $5.22! new only from $13.63! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
8	Rama and the Demon King: An Ancient Tale from India more books like this by Jessica Souhami (Illustrator) add to wishlist The three thousand year-old tale of Rama, who rescues his wife, Sita, from the Demon King, is said to confer a blessing on all who hear it. In "Rama and the Demon King", this glorious myth is retold, so that children of all cultures can enjoy the thrilling story. The vibrant illustrations, based on the ancient tradition of shadow-puppetry, convey ... see all copies from $4.65! new only from $4.91! \| SVS
9	Brigid's Cloak: An Ancient Irish Story more books like this by Bryce Milligan, Helen Cann (Illustrator) add to wishlist This story about the fifth-century Irish saint tells of how she was magically transported from her home in Ireland to the stable in Bethlehem on the night Jesus was born. Watercolor illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $4.61! new only from $4.61! \| SVS
10	Ten Classic Jewish Children's Stories more books like this by Peninnah Schram, Jeffrey Allon (Illustrator) add to wishlist see all copies from $3.98! new only from $7.94! \| signed copies \| SVS
11 view cover	The 2nd Big Big Book of Tashi more books like this by Anna Fienberg, Barbara Fienberg, Kim Gamble (Illustrator) add to wishlist Where there's mystery and action, there's Tashi! A haunted house, sneaky strangers, ancient warriors, fearless kidnappers, and Tashi's scariest adventure ever...Ten Tashi adventures in one Big Book! Tashi always knows what to do: stay calm, think hard and move fast! Classroom activities for the Tashi books are available to be downloaded from the ... see all copies from $9.07! new only from $9.07!
12 view cover	Borreguita and the Coyote more books like this by Verna Aardema (Translator), Petra Mathers (Illustrator) add to wishlist A trickster tale from Ayulta, Mexico. Can Borreguita, a fluffy lamb, manage to outwit a hungry coyote? Illustrated with watercolors. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.94! \| first editions \| SVS
13	The Fat Cat more books like this by Jack Kent (Illustrator) add to wishlist see all copies from $12.00! first editions
14 view cover	Just a Minute!: A Trickster Tale and Counting Book more books like this by Yuyi Morales, Chronicle Books add to wishlist In this version of a traditional tale, Senor Calavera arrives at Grandma Beetle's door, ready to take her to the next life, but after helping her count, in English and Spanish, as she makes her birthday preparations, he changes his mind. see all copies from $6.40! new only from $6.40! \| SVS
15 view cover	Dybbuk: A Story Made in Heaven more books like this by Francine Prose, Mark Podwal (Illustrator) add to wishlist This story is a blend of two Jewish folktales. Leah and Chonon are fated to be together based on the legend which says that 40 days before a baby is born the angels decide whom that baby will marry. Leah's parents, unaware of the angelic plan, want their daughter to marry Benya, the most powerful man in town. Will the angels be able to ensure ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $24.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Ten Traditional Jewish Children's Stories more books like this by Gloria Goldreich, Jeffrey Allon (Illustrator) add to wishlist A collection of Jewish stories from 19th- and 20th-century Europe. Selections include "The Golem" by I.L. Peretz and "The Boy's Song" by Meyer Levin. Illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.28! \| signed copies \| SVS
17 view cover	Kibitzers and Fools: Tales My Zayda Told Me more books like this by Simms Taback add to wishlist With Old World charm, universal humor, and just a bit of chutzpah, Caldecott Medalist Simms Taback offers this lively spin on 13 playful tales which illustrates universal truths and important life lessons. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.95! \| SVS
18 view cover	The Way Meat Loves Salt: A Cinderella Tale from the Jewish Tradition more books like this by Nina Jaffe, Louise August (Illustrator) add to wishlist In this Eastern European Jewish variant of the Cinderella story, the youngest daughter of a rabbi is sent away from home in disgrace, but thanks to the help of the prophet Elijah, marries the son of a renowned scholar and is reunited with her family. Includes words and music to a traditional Yiddish wedding song. see all copies from $10.05! new only from $10.05! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Faithful Friend more books like this by Robert D San Souci, Brian Pinkney (Illustrator) add to wishlist This is a richly-illustrated tale from Martinique of black magic overcome with the help of a faithful friend. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.58! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Dona Flor: A Tall Tale about a Giant Woman with a Great Big Heart more books like this by Pat Mora, Raul Colon (Illustrator) add to wishlist Dona Flor is a giant who lets children use her flowers for trumpets, and their families use her leftover tortillas for rafts. When a huge puma terrifies the village, Flor is the one to investigate. This charming story features Spanish words and phrases as well as a glossary. Illustrations. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.90! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Tasty Baby Belly Buttons more books like this by Judy Sierra, Meilo So (Illustrator) add to wishlist Judy Sierra retells a traditional Japanese folk tale about a young girl named Uriko-hime (or "melon princess" because her parents found her inside of a watermelon!) who undertakes a very important journey. She's got to find the ogres who kidnapped all of the babies in town, because the ogres love to snack on babies' belly buttons! Armed with a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $10.36! \| signed copies \| first editions
22 view cover	Tale of Rabbit and Coyote more books like this by Tony Johnston, Tomie dePaola (Illustrator) add to wishlist This is a picture book retelling of a Mexican folktale about the trickster hero Rabbit. In this adventure, Rabbit uses his wiles to escape from foolish and hungry Coyote. Colorful folk art-style illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.19! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
23	Ghosts Along the Bayou: Tales of Hauntings in Southwestern Louisiana more books like this by Christine Word, Jeff Fuchs (Illustrator) add to wishlist see all copies from $14.73! new only from $99.00! \| signed copies \| first editions
24 view cover	The Thread of Life: Twelve Old Italian Tales more books like this by Domenico Vittorini (Retold by), Mary GrandPre (Illustrator) add to wishlist Twelve magical and enchanting fairy tales from the Italian countryside are brought to life with expressive illustrations by Mary GrandPre, instantly recognized as the illustrator of the American editions of the Harry Potter series. - Originally published in 1995, this charming collection brings together stories handed down through the generations ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $70.34! \| first editions
25 view cover	La Llorona/The Weeping Woman: An Hispanic Legend Told In Spanish And English more books like this by Joe Hayes, Vicki Trego Hill (Illustrator), Mona Pennypacker (Illustrator) add to wishlist The ghost story to end all ghost stories is now available for the first time in this full-color hardcover edition. It is the best known and most popular ghost story in Hispanic America. see all copies from $4.05! new only from $4.05! \| SVS

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