A rich treasury of seasonal stories and songs, natural crafts and outdoor games, animal, tree and plant lore, wild food recipes, meditations and ceremonies
Dawn Casey Books
Dawn Casey crafts stories inspired by the everyday magic of the world, with her creative process enriched by travels across Africa and Asia. After working in a garden studio, she now devotes herself to writing her own multicultural children's books. Her writing is characterized by its ability to discover enchantment in the ordinary moments of life.
Winter Tales
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
A collection of winter tales from cultures around the world, beautifully brought together with striking gilt artwork.
In Aesop's 'The Fox and the Crane' Fox invites Crane to tea but gives her a flat dish so she can't eat any of the food. When it's Crane's turn to invite Fox, what dish does she use? In the Chinese fable 'King of the Jungle' Tiger thinks he is the king of the jungle, but can Fox fool him to save his own skin?
In Aesop's 'The Fox and the Crane' Fox invites Crane to tea, but gives her a flat dish so she can't eat any of the food. When it's Crane's turn to invite Fox, what dish does she use? In the Chinese fable 'King of the Jungle' Tiger thinks he is the king of the jungle, but can Fox fool him to save his own skin?
In Aesop's 'The Fox and the Crane' Fox invites Crane to tea but gives her a flat dish so she can't eat any of the food. When it's Crane's turn to invite Fox, what dish does she use? In the Chinese fable 'King of the Jungle' Tiger thinks he is the king of the jungle, but can Fox fool him to save his own skin?
Learn how different cultures around the world set out to live in harmony with the natural world in this popular anthology, now in paperback. The seven folk tales are each followed by a hands-on activity that promotes green living and reinforces the eco-messages of the stories. Gold nautilus Book Award Winner
Inspired by the beauty of nature, this collection features enchanting stories retold by award-winning author Dawn Casey, complemented by intricate illustrations from Anja Sušanj. It serves as a stunningly illustrated treasury that captivates readers of all ages, making it an ideal gift to foster a deeper appreciation for the wonders of the natural world.
Two traditional tales about the cunning fox. Text in Japanese and English.
Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
And they're off! Thirteen creatures in China have come to the river to join in the Emperor's race. Who will win the ultimate honor of naming the first year of the new calendar? And what will happen to the thirteenth animal? Join Rat, Monkey, Dragon and al