
STORY HOUR READERS: THIRD YEAR - BOOK THREE
THE LAND OF STORY BOOKS
HANSEL AND GRETEL
THE EAGLE AND THE FOX
HIAWATHA'S BROTHERS
THE BEAVERS' LODGE
MANITOU AND THE SQUIRRELS
THE SWIFT RUNNER
BROTHER RABBIT
QUEEN MAB
A lively anthology invites young listeners into a world where familiar fairy‑tales sit side by side with fables and folklore from far‑flung cultures. From the mischievous steps of Hansel and Gretel in a German cottage to the clever fox outwitting an eagle, each story bursts with rhythm, rhyme, and timeless moral lessons. The collection also weaves in enchanting myths—from Greek gods to Japanese hermits—offering a gentle glimpse of the diverse traditions that have shaped storytelling across generations.
Designed for classroom story‑hour or bedtime listening, the selections are narrated with warmth and clarity, encouraging imagination while reinforcing values like bravery, kindness, and curiosity. As children travel from the forest’s berry‑laden glades to the shimmering seas of ancient myths, they discover the universal threads that bind us all. This volume is a perfect companion for educators and families seeking to spark wonder and conversation through the magic of classic tales.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (130K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Naomi Parkhurst, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Release date
Oct 1, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known for helping shape early reading lessons, this educator co-created classic schoolbooks that introduced children to stories, poems, and simple reading exercises. Her work offers a glimpse into how young students were taught to read in the early 1900s.
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A New York City teacher turned author, she helped shape early reading for children through stories designed to be lively, clear, and memorable. Her work is closely tied to the widely shared Story Hour Readers series, which brought folktales, fables, and classic tales to young students.
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