About This Book
This collection presents six traditional West African folktales featuring Anansi the Spider, a well-known trickster character. Each story offers a humorous and imaginative explanation for various phenomena, such as Anansi's physical traits or his habitat. Ideal for children aged 4-11, these tales are perfect for read-alouds, sparking curiosity about different cultures, and discussing themes of cleverness, consequences, and the origins of things. It's a delightful way to introduce children to the rich oral traditions of West Africa.
Presents six tales about Spider, including those which explain how he got a thin waist and a bald head and why he lives in ceilings and dark corners.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What was your favorite trick Anansi played? What happened because of it?
2
Why do you think Anansi is sometimes so tricky? Is it always a good idea to be tricky?
3
These stories explain why some things in the world are the way they are. Can you think of other stories that explain things?
4
What did you learn about Anansi's character from these tales?
5
How are these stories different from or similar to other fables or fairy tales you know?
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