Tales of Heroes
What does it really take to be a hero? Do you need giant muscles, towering height, or endless power? Not at all. Sometimes being a hero starts with quick thinking, a brave heart, or the simple choice to help someone else. When we read about the bold characters in these stories, we can feel our own inner hero waking up, reminding us that we all have the power to do good.
This collection shares nine exciting folktales about heroes from around the world. You’ll meet William Tell from Switzerland, the clever warrior in Japan’s “Lord Bag of Rice,” the fearless boy in South America’s “Josesito the Brave,” and Stan Bolovan from Romania, who dares to face a dragon. Each story shows that courage comes in many shapes and sizes—and that anyone, anywhere, can rise to the challenge.
