The Barefoot book of earth tales

Author

Dawn Casey

Call Number

• J 398.2 CASE (CEN)

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Publication Information

Cambridge, MA : Barefoot Books, 2009.

Physical Description

96 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.

Summary

Seven folktales from around the world express the belief that the Earth and all living things are sacred, and that it us up to each of us to care for our part of the planet. Includes an introduction and "eco-activity" for each tale.

Contents

• The Sun Mother (Australia)
• Why the sky is far away (Nigeria)
• She who is alone (American Southwest)
• Grumpy gecko (Bali)
• The magic garden (Kazakhstan)
• Amrita's tree (India)
• Stink water (Wales).