Theme: lessons

It Could Always Be Worse: A Yiddish Folk Tale

By Book Importer | Published: June 23, 2011

Once upon a time a poor unfortunate man lived with his mother, his wife, and his six children in a one-room hut.Because they were so crowded, the children often fought and the man and his wife argued. When the poor man was unable to stand it any longer, he ran to the Rabbi for help.  [...]

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Folklore, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Crows of Pearblossom

By Book Importer | Published: March 17, 2011

Originally published: New York: Random House, 1967.

Descriptors: England (UK), Fantasy, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Doctor Bird: Three Lookin’ Up Tales From Jamaica

By Book Importer | Published: June 17, 2010

Doctor Bird is one smart hummingbird! When he sees Mongoose stealing food, he drops a weather goofball on her house and really teaches that thief a lesson. When Mouse’s home is destroyed by a storm, Doctor Bird teaches him to keep his head up. And when Owl plans to crash a party dressed like Doctor [...]

Descriptors: Caribbean, Folklore, Jamaica, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment