4.5. didn't move me but it was soo delightful. intriguing conflict and endearing characters, also super readable. no complaints!4.5. didn't move me but it was soo delightful. intriguing conflict and endearing characters, also super readable. no complaints!...more
In World Folktales, Anita Stern shares folklore from many different countries, and parts of the stories may sound slightly familiar- in theme and contIn World Folktales, Anita Stern shares folklore from many different countries, and parts of the stories may sound slightly familiar- in theme and content. The stories discuss birth and childhood, challenge and adventure, love and marriage, and death and inheritance, themes common in the lives of many. I enjoy how Stern includes a bit of background information about the country and origins of the tale before each one. Questions are provided as well after each folktale for further reflection, which is helpful. I'd recommend this to people interesting in learning more about cultures and the differences between them....more
