Children's favorite stories

One of the Tuttle favorite children's stories could be 'The Little Prince'. It's a story full of deep thoughts and beautiful illustrations. The little prince travels from planet to planet, meeting different characters, which can teach children about friendship, love and the importance of seeing beyond the surface.

One of the favorite stories is 'The Legend of the Lake of the Restored Sword'. It's a story full of magic and heroism. The main character retrieves a magic sword from the lake, which has been passed down through generations in Vietnamese folklore.

There are also many folk tales that are favorites. Tales about talking animals, like the story of the clever fox who outwits other animals, are quite common. These simple yet engaging stories have been passed down through generations and are a significant part of Indian children's cultural upbringing.

One popular Filipino children's story is 'The Monkey and the Turtle'. It's about the clever turtle outwitting the mischievous monkey. Another is 'Mariang Makiling', which tells of a beautiful and kind-hearted diwata (fairy) in the mountains. And 'Si Pagong at Si Matsing' (The Tortoise and The Monkey) is also well - loved, teaching kids about the value of hard work and honesty through the actions of the tortoise and the monkey.

Some Chinese children love the story of 'The Monkey's Paw'. Although it has a bit of a spooky element, it's very engaging. In this story, a family gets a monkey's paw that can grant wishes, but each wish comes with a horrible consequence. Then there is 'The Story of Meng Jiangnv'. Meng Jiangnv's great love and her journey to find her husband are very touching. And 'The Crane with the Red Crown' is also among the favorites. It's a story full of magic and wonder.

They are important because they help inculcate values. For instance, stories with moral lessons teach children about kindness, honesty, and hard work.

One popular story could be 'The Monkey King'. It has exciting adventures that appeal to children. The Monkey King is very mischievous yet heroic, which kids find fascinating.

Well, 'The Polar Express' is much - loved by children. It's about a boy's magical journey to the North Pole on a train. Then there's 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'. The Grinch, who hates Christmas at first, has a change of heart. Also, 'Frosty the Snowman' is a classic. It's about a snowman that comes to life, bringing joy and fun during Christmas time.

Many Korean children enjoy 'The Story of Princess Bari'. It is a story full of adventure as Princess Bari goes on a journey to save her family. 'The Crane and the Turtle' is also popular. It has a moral lesson about not being greedy. 'The Stone Boy' is another favorite. It tells the story of a boy who was turned into a stone and his subsequent adventures.

Indonesian children's favorite stories are crucial as they provide moral lessons. In 'The Legend of Malin Kundang', the story warns against disobeying parents. Moreover, they are a great source of entertainment, sparking the imagination of children. The vivid characters and magical settings in stories like 'Si Kancil' can transport kids to a different world, enhancing their creativity.