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Prepare to be amazed, intrigued and enchanted by these astonishing tales. The seven stories gathered from sources around the world are full of magic, mystery and transformations. "Lupton imbues each folktale with rhythm and wit of an informal orator, and delivers a nugget of truth at the close" - Publishers Weekly. Read Together: ages 4-8 Read Alone: ages 6-10 Pages: 64 8.
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Paperback with CD, 64 pages
Published
April 2nd 2006
by Barefoot Books
(first published January 1st 1998)
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Wonderful story telling stories.
Oct 12, 2020
Poorvana
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Kimberly Werner
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it was amazing
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"Tales of Wisdom and Wonder” Is a collection of folklore from around the world. It is recommended for children in grades 2-6 (intermediate), but is very enjoyable for adults too. There are seven stories in all, each representing cultural and geographical versions of folklore, such as Native American, Russian, French, Haitian, Irish, British and Scottish. The book is available with the audio CD (this is what I have) so that you can hear the storyteller’s voice as he reads this collection of his f
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Wonderful stories, not just for children. I really enjoyed Hugh Lupton's reading on included CD. What a great alternative for kids to listen and imagine it instead of watching TV.
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The book contains seven stories from sources around the world. With vivid illustration the tales are full of magic, mystery and transformation. I recommend this multicultural book for read aloud.
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Donna-Lee
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