Moonlight & Marigolds: Mexican Folktales for Curious Kids

Seven beloved tales from the heart of Mexico, retold for young readers.Climb the mountains where two faithful lovers became great smoking volcanoes. Meet the brave little rabbit who lives in the moon, the clever opossum who carried fire to a cold and shivering world, and the dazzling alebrijes, creatures of impossible color born from a dream. Discover how a god the size of an ant gave corn to a hungry people, and why a small, humble heart became the blazing sun.Moonlight & Marigolds gathers seven gentle, classic Mexican and Mesoamerican folktales in warm, read-aloud language perfect for ages 6 to 10. Each story is paired with original folk-art illustrations, and a friendly pronunciation guide at the back helps curious readers say every name with confidence.A keepsake treasury to share at bedtime, in the classroom, or anytime a child is ready for a little wonder. Ages 6 to 10. Read more