Filipino Children's Favorite Stories

Filipino Children's Favorite Stories
This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Philippine fairy tales and other folk storiesâ‚¬"providing insight into a rich oral culture.

Filipino Children's Favorite Stories presents thirteen well-loved myths and tales from the Philippines. These stories will enchant six to ten year old readers around the world with their wit and charm. Many of the tales have been transmitted from mother to child over centuries, and cover classic childhood themesâ‚¬"such as the forces of good triumphing over evil, children rebelling against adults and the weak prevailing over the strong.

Narrated with an international audience in mind and illustrated with whimsical watercolors by award-winning artist Joanne de Leon, this is a must-have collection of tales for anyone interested in the Philippines.

Featured Filipino stories include:
- Why Mosquitoes Buzz Around Our Ears
- The Magic Lake>
- The Deer and the Snail
- Why the Cock Crows
- The Prince's Bride
The Children's Favorite Stories series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. Other multicultural children's books in this series include: Asian Children's Favorite Stories, Indian Children's Favorite Stories, Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories, Japanese Children's Favorite Stories, Singapore Children's Favorite Stories, Favorite Children's Stories from China & Tibet, Chinese Children's Favorite Stories, Korean Children's Favorite Stories, Balinese Children's Favorite Stories, and Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories.
Country USA
Brand Periplus Editions
Manufacturer Periplus Editions (HK) ltd.
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 2724332008654
Model 2724332008654
ReleaseDate 2000-09-01
UnitCount 1
UPCs 676251937657
EANs 9789625937656

Country	USA
Brand	Periplus Editions
Manufacturer	Periplus Editions (HK) ltd.
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	2724332008654
Model	2724332008654
ReleaseDate	2000-09-01
UnitCount	1
UPCs	676251937657
EANs	9789625937656

Filipino Children's Favorite Stories

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