stories of wisdom and wonder in English and Tagalog Gagatiga, Zarah C. Retold by Dandan-Albano, Corazon Illustrated by text Kallang Sector, Singapore Tuttle Publishing 2025 monographic eng

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80 p. Colored ill. 29 cm Beautifully illustrated Filipino folktales to share in Tagalog and English! Drawn from the rich folklore of the Philippines, seven captivating tales are filled with magical creatures, fascinating Gods and Goddesses, and the remarkable acts of ordinary people. Children, parents and teachers alike will love these stories and their whimsical watercolor illustrations. Table of contents: A letter to families and teachers -- Malakas at maganda -- The first fisherman -- Why chickens scratch the ground -- The carabao and the snail -- Maria Makiling and the golden ginger -- The monkey and the turtle -- The mayor with two horns Includes glossary of Filipino words used in the stories Tagalog and English Fiction Folk tales Fairy tales Legends and mythology History Asia Philippines FIL 398.2 F48 2025 9780804856133 260819 20260820102221.0