Beat the story-drum, pum-pum parent’s guide: what’s inside
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A note for parents
This is a beloved classic collection of five short Nigerian folktales retold by celebrated author-illustrator Ashley Bryan. The stories use animal characters to explore themes of friendship, consequences, and how differences shape relationships, with gentle humor and vibrant storytelling. The minimal violence is typical of traditional fables (animals in conflict that resolve through wit rather than harm), and the tales offer rich cultural and educational value without mature or troubling content.
Five traditional Nigerian tales include "Hen and Frog," "Why Bush Cow and Elephant are Bad Friends," "The Husband Who Counted the Spoonfuls," "Why Frog and Snake Never Play Together," and "How Animals Got Their Tails."Five traditional Nigerian tales include "Hen and Frog," "Why Bush Cow and Elephant are Bad Friends," "The Husband Who Counted the Spoonfuls," "Why Frog and Snake Never Play Together," and "How Animals Got Their Tails."
