The following is a list of standards-based stories we have available for presentation and the themes inherent in them.
European/Eastern European
Who's Got the Tops, Who's Got the Bottoms - European folktale:
being responsible brings its just rewards - this story also appears as an Uncle Remus tale about Brer Rabbit and Brer Bear
The Fisherman and his Wife - European folktale:
greed is its own punishment
Stone Soup - European/Scandinavian folktale:
sharing reaps greater joy then selfishness
The Dream - European/Russian folktale:
believe in your dreams, because you never know what treasures they may hold
Caps for Sale - Russian/Eastern European folktale:
resourcefulness is it's own reward
Mishka, the Complainer - Russian/Eastern European folktale:
seeing the positive side of life is much healthier then always focusing on the negative
The Ghost of Lily Dilulu- European/Scottish folktale:
don't believe everything you hear or see, rumors can't be trusted
Asian
The Fancy Coat - Indian folktale:
You should respect a person for their character, not for their possessions
Ming Lo Moves the Mountain - Chinese folktale:
people can act very foolishly when they don't stop and think
The Beautiful Bird - Indonesian folktale:
sharing and helping others creates wonderful rewards
Moomtahs and the Lion - India folktale:
don't underestimate the intelligence and perseverance of a child
The Turtle's Bag - India folktale:
be grateful for what you have because you never know when you may lose it
The Chinese Mirror - Korean folktale:
everyone has their own point-of-view, and all views should be respected
Why There is a Man in the Moon - Chinese folktale:
envy and greed will not bring you wealth and riches
The Empty Pot - Chinese folktale:
being truthful and honest reaps great rewards
The Boy Who Drew Cats - Japanese folktale:
never underestimate the power and influence of art
Mexican and Cuban
Lupe and the Chili Patch - Mexican folktale:
child can use their creativity in many helpful ways
The Donkey Ride - Mexican folktale:
everyone must trust their own good judgment
Ashes for Sale - Mexican folktale:
don't trick others, you may end up making more of a fool of yourself then anyone else
El Gallito Rojo - Cuban folktale:
being polite and kind is much more beneficial in life
Native American
The Two Mice - Native American - Sioux Nation folktale:
prepare today for tomorrow
Raven - Native American - Pacific Northwest folktale:
a gift can mean so much to people in need
How the Stars got Scattered in the Sky - Navajo folktale:
why we must work together and cooperate in order to live a life of harmony
United States
The Talking Tree - African-American folktale:
an Uncle Remus tale with clever Brer Rabbit outwitting Brer Wolf once again
The Girl Who Tried to Obey - United States Appalachian folktale:
you have to think before you act unless you want to look like a fool
George Washington and the Cherry Tree - United States folktale:
tall tale about George's struggle with the truth
The House That Jack Built - North American story poem:
cooperation is a wonderful thing
Casey At The Bat - United States folktale:
pride goeth before a fall
There's a Hole in the Bucket - African-American story song:
communication will work if both people try
African
To Bee or Not to Bee - African folktale:
Getting along with others is far more satisfying and productive
Abiyoyo - South African folktale:
we are surprised by who our most valued allies are
Greed Gets the Best of Anansi - Central African folktale:
greed can destroy you
Anansi Goes Fishing - Central African folktale:
when you try to trick people, the joke ends up on you
Worldwide
The Boy Who Cried Wolf - Aesop's fable:
if you're in the habit of lying, no one will believe you, even when you do tell the truth
The Wind and the Sun - Aesop's fable:
kindness works better than force
The Ant and The Grasshopper - Aesop's fable:
work before pleasure makes a better life
The Fox and the Crow - Aesop's fable:
be wary of those individuals who are only friendly to you to get something for themselves; never trust a flatterer
The Peacock and the Crow - Aesop's fable:
be proud of who you are, and don't try to be something you're not
The Little Red Hen - traditional children's story:
cooperation allows everyone to share the rewards
Chicken Little - traditional children's story:
don't get upset over something before you find out more about it
The Empress' New Shoes - - Hans Christian Andersen - Danish:
vanity goes before a fall
Interactive Stories
The Gingerbread Girl - traditional children's literature:
a child should never leave the safety of their parent's love until they are ready - the world is a dangerous place to be alone.
Little Pink Riding Helmet - Adapted 'Little Red Riding Hood':
beware of strangers and follow directions
The Three Javalinas and El Lobo Malo - traditional children's literatur:
working harder today, makes more time for pleasure and fun later
The Golden Goose - children's literature:
kindness reaps its just rewards and laughter has more power than we realize
The Little Red Hen - traditional children's story:
cooperation allows everyone to share the rewards
Too Much Noise - Eastern European folktale:
be grateful for what you have, it could get a lot worse