The Legend of Queen Amina – Nigeria (Original Version) In the 16th century, in the ancient city-state of Zazzau, part of present-day Nigeria, there lived a young princess named Amina. Born into the royal family of the Hausa people, Amina was the daughter of Bakwa Turunku, the ruling queen. From a young age, Amina displayed…
The Tale of Peter Rabbit – England (Original Version) Once upon a time, there were four little rabbits, and their names were Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail, and Peter. They lived with their mother in a sand-bank, underneath the root of a very big fir tree. “Now, my dears,” said old Mrs. Rabbit one morning, “you may…
The Festival of Lanterns – Japan (Original Version) In the picturesque village of Hanamura, nestled amidst the cherry blossom trees of Japan, the annual Festival of Lanterns was the most anticipated event of the year. This festival, held during the full moon of autumn, was a time to honor ancestors, express gratitude, and celebrate the…
The Secret of the Silent School Bell (Original Version) In the bustling town of Meadowville, Maplewood Elementary was known for its lively atmosphere and the cheerful chime of its school bell. Every morning, the bell would ring, signaling the start of a new day filled with learning and laughter. One crisp autumn morning, however, the…
The Princess and the Pea (Classic Version) Once upon a time, there was a prince who wanted to marry a princess, but she had to be a real princess. He traveled all over the world to find one, but nowhere could he get what he wanted. There were plenty of princesses, but it was difficult…
In the dense woodlands of the Pacific Northwest, where cedars rise like ancient sentinels and the mist weaves through their boughs like wraiths, there lived a creature of profound gentleness and solitude. His name was a mystery to his own kind, for he had none, but to the world of man, he was known as…
In the depths of the Rocky Mountains, where the pines stretched like the spires of nature’s own cathedral, there existed a legend. It was a tale passed down through the generations, told by the flickering light of campfires and whispered in the hushed tones of awe and fear. They spoke of a creature, a giant…
