Book Series · 4 Books

Folktales from Around the World Books

In order from The Little Brown Jay to Medio Pollito.

The Folktales from Around the World series is a set of 4 picture books by Amanda St John, published between 1994 and 2011. Written for ages 4–9, most books run about 25 pages.

The Little Brown Jay
Medio Pollito
Coyote Rides the Sun
The Frog King
The Little Brown Jay
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Little Brown Jay
Sale price
$995
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 1994

The Little Brown Jay

By Elizabeth Claire, Miriam Katin (Illustrator)

A magical bird aids a princess, revealing love's unexpected rewards.

22 pages· 660 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
Hardcover
Summary: In a vibrant retelling of an Indian tale, a magical brown jay comes to the aid of Princess Maya. Through a selfless act, the bird helps her overcome a mysterious challenge. As the story unfolds, the bird's kindness is rewarded in a surprising way, raising questions about the true nature of love and generosity. What unexpected twist awaits in this enchanting tale of compassion and cultural richness?
The complete set

Folktales from Around the World Series

4 books · Published 1994–2011

Series
Sale price
$995

The Little Brown Jay

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 1994

A magical bird aids a princess, revealing love's unexpected rewards.

Medio Pollito

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2011

A half-chicken seeks adventure and discovers his destiny as a weather vane.

Coyote Rides the Sun

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2011

Discover how the coyote's colors and nocturnal nature came to be.

Sale price
$3115

The Frog King

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Frogs seek a king, but their choice leads to a surprising ruler.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Folktales from Around the World series?

There are 4 books in the Folktales from Around the World series. It began with The Little Brown Jay in 1994, and the newest book, Medio Pollito, was published in 2011.

What ages are the Folktales from Around the World books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Folktales from Around the World book is the longest?

The Frog King is the longest book in the series at 1,257 words (24 pages).

Which Folktales from Around the World book is the shortest?

The Little Brown Jay is the shortest at 660 words (22 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Folktales from Around the World to life.

01

Elizabeth Claire

Author
02

Amanda St John

Author
03

Miriam Katin

Illustrator
04

Sue Todd

Illustrator
05

Durga Yael Bernhard

Illustrator
06

Karen Perrins

Illustrator

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