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Children & Young Adult Reading — page 9
389 public-domain children & young adult reading books, summarised. Page 9 of 9.
Hindu Tales from the Sanskrit
Siddha Mohana Mitra
This collection of Sanskrit tales serves as a window into an ancient pedagogical tradition, presenting timeless fables as puzzles designed to sharpen the mind and cultivate moral discernment. These narratives—ranging from the whimsical to the profound—are structured as interactive inquiries, inviting readers to…
Old Greek Folk Stories Told Anew
Josephine Preston Peabody
The ancient Greek gods and heroes live again in these pages, their triumphs and follies presented as timeless, essential human experiences. These stories serve as a bridge, connecting the listener to a world where nature speaks and destiny is carved in stone.
The Upward Path: A Reader For Colored Children
Unknown
A curated anthology designed to provide young readers with a mirror of Black achievement, dignity, and literary skill across poetry, historical accounts, and classic storytelling.
Mother's Nursery Tales
Katharine Pyle
A simple promise to tell a bedtime story turns into a rich tapestry of classic folklore, where every turn of the page brings familiar heroes and forgotten magic to life.
Tell Me Another Story: The Book of Story Programs
Carolyn Sherwin Bailey
A carefully arranged sequence of stories transforms simple listening into an active process of mental growth and focused attention.