A retelling of the tale about the little red hen and the friends who won't help her prepare her bread, but want to help her eat it.

A retelling of the traditional tale of the little red hen whose lazy friends are unwilling to help her plant, harvest, or grind the wheat into flour, but are willing to help her eat the bread she makes from it. In this version, story continues with her later finding a second grain and everyone willing to help her. Includes a recipe for whole wheat bread.

Teach students about Hmong culture, build appreciation of diversity, and extend learning across the curriculum with engaging activities based on Hmong folktales and traditions. After a fascinating overview of the history and customs of the Hmong, Dia shares her experience of emigrating from Vietnam to the U.S. The book also offers a profusion of lively activities and project ideas, covering themes of "Farming and Food," "Stories and Storytelling,"...

The little red hen finds none of her lazy friends willing to help her plant, harvest, or grind wheat into flour, but all are eager to eat the bread she makes from it.

During a horrible winter storm, the Cuna Indians pray to their god, Paquo Meecho, who sends his lazy son, Chiriqui, to help.

In this version of the Swiss folktale, two humpback brothers, one good and friendly, the other bad-tempered and lazy, have their lives changed by a trip to their old hut in the mountains.

Although Cinderella works hard every day, she still makes time to brush her teeth twice a day while her two lazy stepsisters eat sweets and cannot be bothered to brush.