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Around the World in 80 Tales

By Pirotta, Saviour

Publishers Summary:
This richly illustrated book takes readers on a journey across six continents, with entertaining folktales from eighty different storytelling traditions. An excellent introduction to foreign countries, these beautifully told stories are perfect for reading aloud and encouraging children to learn about different cultures and other parts of the world. From a dragon princess in China to a clever peddler in Morocco, children will meet wonderful characters as they travel story-by-story around the globe. An ideal gift, this deluxe volume is a joyous celebration of the world's wonderful diversity.

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ISBN
978-0-75345-999-7
Publisher
Kingfisher


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School Library Journal

Reviewed on January 1, 2008

Gr 1-4 This oversize collection contains 80 brief tales, grouped by continent. Some are widely known: there's an Anansi and a Brer Rabbit tale, "Three Billy Goats Gruff," and "Nail Soup." Pirotta's straightforward retellings offer plenty of read-aloud choices: "The Silver Goose" (from Italy), "Big Brother, ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2007

This collection of retellings uses traditional characters, themes, and plots from many cultures. The stories are generally only two to th...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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