More Joy Tales

Tokaebi
Younger brother shows great courage and resourcefulness when he encounters the mischievous mountain ogres of Korea. This story and its accompanying folk song were taught to Joy by her dear Korean friends.
Roly Poly Rice Ball
An irresistible tune will have children singing along as they learn about the rewards of kindness in this tale from Japan.
Pig Music
A humble pig farmer creates a wonderful instrument that delights his community in this humorous tale. Oinking, snorting and grunting are included.
Dont Play in the Mud
A forgetful boy irritates the neighbors, but grandmother sees his goodness in this new song story retold from an old Appalachian tale.
Three Little Skunks
Even the youngest listeners will recognize this rhythmic adaptation of a beloved folk tale. Its scentsational!
Service berry Biscuits
Mabel, the mule, doesnt want to share the ripe service berries, but Granny Gus calls the dogs to help and manages to get enough to make a heap of biscuits. On the way to town, however, the wagon winds up in the river and listeners get to chant along with the wild mountain adventure which follows.
Mulligan Doodle
Only the barber knows the secret Mulligan Doodle keeps under his hat. but a secret cant be kept forever, and when this one gets out, it saves the whole herd. This story includes high windy yodels, cattle calls, and a cowboy lullaby.
The Squires Bride
A high spirited beauty escapes an unsuitable marriage with wit and humor in this tale from Norway.
Mudyamuke
When the headstrong princess refuses every one of her eligible suitors, the chief orders her to be placed in a high baobab tree. Though he is neither handsome nor rich, cleve Mudyamuke manages to win her heart and hand.
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