A journey through the wonderful nature. This collection features 50 fairy tales, fables, and legends from all over the world, telling stories about animals and plants, wind and weather, mountains and seas, the sun, moon, and stars, and about people who live with and from nature. Stories from near and far bring cultural diversity into the children's room and spark interest in distant lands and unfamiliar ways of life. A treasure trove of stories for browsing and marveling, suitable for both young and old! The 50 stories on the theme of "nature" captivate not only children but also the adult reader, thanks to the high-quality illustrations. The tales, fables, and folk stories from around the globe provide countless opportunities for conversation about familiar and foreign cultures, as well as native and exotic animals and plants, making reading together a shared experience for all ages! This read-aloud book combines well-known tales from one's own homeland with stories from far-off lands, thus giving preschool children an initial understanding of other cultures and habitats. The stories are uniquely brought to life through illustrations by Hannah Bess Ross. Her numerous artistic images make this book a visual delight and a family favorite that children and parents will love to pick up time and again.