Fairy Tales, Folktales, Myths, and Legends

Fairy Tale Links: Links to resources relating to Fairy Tales.

Fairy Tale Unit: A 16-day fairy tale unit with activities.

Fairy Tales Webquest: After researching fairy tale themes, create a story map and write your own fairy tale.

Folk Tales on the Web: Fairy Tale and Folk Tale information and lesson plans.

Hawaiian Gods: Information about the Hawaiian gods and goddesses.

Pele: Frequently asked questions and legends of the fire-goddess Pele from Hawaii.
NOTE: Read first before using with students - Pele has some sensuality linked with her, as well as the fire aspect.

Pele and the Owl Ghost-God: The legend of Pele and her encounter with the owl ghost-god.

Pele, Hawaiian Goddess of the Volcano: Stories and information about the Hawaiian volcano goddess.
NOTE: Read first before using with students - Pele has some sensuality linked with her, as well as the fire aspect.

Pele Myth: Pele's family, legends about her, and other information.
NOTE: Read first before using with students - Pele has some sensuality linked with her, as well as the fire aspect.

SurLaLune Fairy Tales: Annotated Fairy Tales, Fairy Tale Books and Illustrations: Features 47 annotated fairy tales, including their histories and similar tales. Also has over 1,600 folktales & fairy tales from around the world in more than 40 full-text eBooks.

Tall Tales, folklore stories, and American folktales from American Folklore.: A variety of tall tales, myths and legends, and other stories.

Last updated by Ms. Rose on April 9, 2008.

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