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If you're looking for some great media suggestions for your kids--look no further than our Top Picks! We have a variety of lists in all of our media categories with some wonderful suggestions for kids of all ages. Whether you're looking for great fantasy books for your 8-14 year old or some classic holiday movies, you're sure to find something that your kids will enjoy.

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Folk Tale Web Sites

Tall Tales

A "tall tale" is a story with lots of exaggerated details, usually about some person with extraordinary powers. At this site you'll learn about some of the most famous characters in American tall tale history. You can also try writing your own tall tale.
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on 8+
5 stars

Activated Storytellers

Read the stories of Davy Crockett ("King of the Wild Frontier") and Old Stormalong ("the greatest sea captain of all time").
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on 8+
4 stars

Johhny Appleseed Picture Find

John Chapman, better known as "Johnny Appleseed," was a real person who traveled the country planting apple seeds as he went along. See if you can spot the hidden pictures in the drawing!
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4 stars

Animated Tall Tales

Listen to the story of Paul Bunyan's "Flapjack Frenzy" and watch funny animated illustrations. Then try the Paul Bunyan "dress-up" game or the coloring pages.
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on 5+
5 stars

Pecos Bill Cleans Up the West

Pecos Bill was such a talented cowboy that he could lasso a tornado! Read the story then play a phonics game.
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on 5+
4 stars

Talking Tall Tales

Listen to the silly stories about Johnny Chinook, and giggle at the funny animated illustrations presented by the Calgary Public Library.
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on 5+
4 stars

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