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James Marshall retells the familiar tale in which one of three pigs survives a wolf's attacks by using his head.

In addition to the story of Patrick's life, here is information about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. There are decorations from shamrocks to shillelaghs. People give cards, share meals, and wear green to honor Ireland, the Emerald Isle - and there are parades! Included are six legends about Patrick.

Discover the origins and history of Halloween traditions and festivities from ancient times to the present day. Includes page turn track: eight minutes.

A hearty and robust retelling of Cinderella supported by grinning rats and a wacky fairy godmother as only James Marshall could imagine them.

Performed by Academy-Award winner Kathy Bates. Beloved author James Marshall puts a hilarious twist on a classic tale in his retelling of Hansel and Gretel. Abandoned in the woods, what will Hansel and Gretel-so innocent, so vulnerable, so deliciously plump-do when they come face-to-face with a dastardly, ugly, over-dressed witch?

Three bears come home from a bicycling trip through the woods to find a little girl "all nice and cozy and fast asleep" in Baby Bear's bed.

Red Riding Hood encounters an urbane wolf on the way to her sick grandmother's house.