Can You Guess My Name?: Traditional Tales Around the World

Reach for this book when you want to broaden your child's perspective on the stories they already know and love. It is the perfect choice for the child who asks, 'What happened next?' or 'Is there another way this story ends?' By presenting fifteen global variations of familiar tales like Rumpelstiltskin and The Three Little Pigs, Judy Sierra creates a bridge between the familiar and the foreign. This collection is a beautiful tool for building cultural empathy and logical thinking. Through these stories, children explore themes of wit, justice, and resilience. It is an ideal read-aloud for elementary-aged children, offering a sophisticated yet accessible way to celebrate human commonality through the art of the folktale. You will find it especially useful for encouraging creative writing and critical comparison.