Stories and Story-telling

A carefully curated set of more than seventy short tales offers teachers ready‑made material that has been tried and loved by children. Each story is brief enough to be told aloud in a single sitting, encouraging youngsters to voice their own observations, experiences and fantasies. The collection was assembled especially for busy classrooms, providing “tellable” narratives that fit smoothly into daily lessons.

The assortment ranges from familiar folk motifs to whimsical new creations—fairy horseshoes, a mouse chasing a sausage, the tiny adventures of Thumbelina, and a clever donkey, among many others. These compact narratives spark imagination while staying simple enough for young listeners to follow and retell. Their modest length invites children to participate, ask questions, and weave their own endings.

Beyond entertainment, the stories serve as tools for developing feeling, taste, and language. Listening and recounting nurture emotional awareness, enrich vocabulary, and lay the groundwork for later literary creativity. The book positions storytelling as a valued, joyful part of early education.