Your search returned 22 results in the Category: traditional single stories - asia.
Using bold, playful primary colors, Caldecott winner Ed Young creates seven blind mice that will steal the hearts of the very youngest readers. This... [Read More]
Using bold, playful primary colors, Caldecott winner Ed Young creates seven blind mice that will steal the hearts of the very youngest readers. This is a warm and entertaining fable of seven tiny creatures who set out to discover the "Something" by the pond--but who each come back with a different answer. 1993 Caldecott Honor Book. Full color
Theme: Math
"First published by Walker Books Australia 2019"--Colophon.
Based on a traditional folktale from Kyrgyzstan in central Asia, this is the story of a spirited young heroine named Danyshman, whose wit and courage... [Read More]
Based on a traditional folktale from Kyrgyzstan in central Asia, this is the story of a spirited young heroine named Danyshman, whose wit and courage draw the attention and admiration of the ruling Khan Bolotbek. Superbly illustrated by Ayesha Gamiet, a master in the art of Islamic manuscript illumination, this classic "thinking outside the box" story is beautifully retold by Rukhsana Khan.
Theme: Asian Heritage, India, BIPOC
Lavishly illustrated by award-winning illustrator, Demi, this magical and inspiring story of the adventures of a flock of wayfaring birds in search... [Read More]
Lavishly illustrated by award-winning illustrator, Demi, this magical and inspiring story of the adventures of a flock of wayfaring birds in search of their king will delight children with its tales of overcoming fear, physical hardship, and inner limitations. Based on an 800 year old classical parable, and retold by mother of three, Alexis York Lumbard, it will provide parents with a unique opportunity to teach moral and spiritual development to their children.
In this folktale from Cambodia, Princess Dara must prove that her father's wicked ministers have set up her husband for a crime he is innocent of--
Theme: India
A brave hunter faces a difficult dilemma in this exciting and fully illustrated picture book. The Hunter: A Chinese Folktale follows Hai Li Bu as... [Read More]
A brave hunter faces a difficult dilemma in this exciting and fully illustrated picture book. The Hunter: A Chinese Folktale follows Hai Li Bu as he searches the countryside for food to save his starving village. Miraculously, the noble hunter is given the ability to communicate with animals. What shocking news do the animals have for Hai Li about his village? Award winning illustrator Ed Young pairs up with Mary Casanova to create a book that will spark the imagination of children everywhere.
Derived from the same rich, ancient oral storytelling tradition as its European counterpart Little Red Riding Hood, Lon Po Po features the same... [Read More]
Derived from the same rich, ancient oral storytelling tradition as its European counterpart Little Red Riding Hood, Lon Po Po features the same wonderfully scary character, Granny Wolf. Caldecott Medallist Ed Young sets his tale deep in the countryside of Northern China, with gorgeous traditional panel art and his own unique watercolour technique. As their mother leaves to visit their granny, Shang, Tao and Paotze bolt the door and wait. But when their mother returns, what hairy hands she has!
WINNER OF THE RANDOLPH CALDECOTT MEDAL, AWARDED TO THE ARTIST OF THE MOST DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR "(Young's)... [Read More]
WINNER OF THE RANDOLPH CALDECOTT MEDAL, AWARDED TO THE ARTIST OF THE MOST DISTINGUISHED AMERICAN PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR "(Young's) command of page composition and his sensitive use of color give the book a visual force that matches the strength of the story and stands as one of the illustrator's best efforts." --Booklist "Absolutely splendid." -- Kirkus Reviews. "An extraordinary and powerful book." -- Publisher's Weekly The now-classic Chinese retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, and one of the most celebrated picture books of our time.
Monkey is hungry for the delicious mangoes on the island in the river, but he can't swim! How will he get there? Crocodile offers to carry Monkey... [Read More]
Monkey is hungry for the delicious mangoes on the island in the river, but he can't swim! How will he get there? Crocodile offers to carry Monkey across the water on his back, so Monkey hops aboard. Trouble is, Crocodile is hungry, too-for Monkey! Will clever Monkey come up with a way to get the mangoes and escape Crocodile's sharp teeth? Master storyteller and artist Gerald McDermott brings the vibrant colors of India to his telling of this classic trickster tale, which has plenty of cleverness and a sprinkling of mischief.
Theme: India
A timeless and inspiring Chinese tale brought to life for Western children! The Monkey King: A Classic Chinese Tale for Children retells the story of... [Read More]
A timeless and inspiring Chinese tale brought to life for Western children! The Monkey King: A Classic Chinese Tale for Children retells the story of the Buddhist monk Tripitaka who is dispatched by the Jade Emperor of Heaven on a magical quest to bring the Sacred Scriptures of the Buddha to China in order to save the nation from chaos. It describes in turn how the monk meets three brave traveling companions--Monkey, Pigsy and Sandy--each of whom has a very odd appearance but special powers and a strong personality. Along the way they face frequent battles with enemies and often quarrel amongst themselves like children. But in the end their loyalty to each other and to their common goal ultimately wins the day. The most beloved character in the story is of course the hilarious Monkey--mischievous and full of energy, constantly on the move and constantly creating problems for the others. But Monkey has amazing magical powers that enable him to transform himself into other living beings and to summon an army of monkeys to his side at a moment's notice. Much to the consternation of his comrades, however, he is continually boasting about his abilities. But in the end he is the one who saves the others and allows them to overcome their ordeals. Children of all ages will be entertained and inspired by this heartwarming tale of adversity and survival.
Theme: Asian Heritage
In this delightful rendering of a whimsical Asian fable about looking beyond appearances, award-winning author, Demi, retells the story of a monkey... [Read More]
In this delightful rendering of a whimsical Asian fable about looking beyond appearances, award-winning author, Demi, retells the story of a monkey who notices the moon at the bottom of a well one evening. "Help! Help! The moon has fallen into the well!" he says. Find out how the monkey and his friends eventually rescue the moon in this timeless fable, which teaches us that things are seldom what they seem.
Theme: Asian Heritage
Mulan is a curious, clever young girl with a love for adventure and learning. But there is no greater love than the one she has for her family. She... [Read More]
Mulan is a curious, clever young girl with a love for adventure and learning. But there is no greater love than the one she has for her family. She will do anything for them—even if it means joining the army disguised as a man in her father’s place. In battle, Mulan must find her bravery and her strength to become the legendary woman warrior she is destined to be. In this retelling of The Ballad of Mulan, the Chinese folktale comes to life through striking full-color illustrations. Readers will cheer for our hero in this classic story of courage, persistence, and standing up for what one believes in.
Theme: Asian Heritage