Can you recommend some Russian children's books that are story - based?

Sure. There's 'The Little House on the Prairie' series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. It's based on her own experiences growing up in the American Midwest. Also, 'Number the Stars' by Lois Lowry, which is set during World War II and is inspired by real events. And 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind' by William Kamkwamba, about his real - life invention in Malawi.

Sure. 'Hidden Figures' is a wonderful children's book based on a true story. It shows the story of African - American female mathematicians who played crucial roles in the space program. 'Manjiro: The Boy Who Risked His Life for Two Countries' is also a good one. It tells about a Japanese boy's real - life adventures. Then there's 'The Librarian of Basra', which is based on the true story of a librarian in Iraq who saved books during the war.

The story of David and Goliath is also very popular. David, a young shepherd boy, bravely faced the giant Goliath with just a sling and some stones. This story shows children that with faith in God, they can overcome great challenges. It's often told to inspire courage in kids.

One popular Russian children's story is 'Kolobok'. It's about a little round bun that rolls away from home and has adventures with different animals. Another is 'The Snow Maiden'. She is a character made of snow who comes to life in a Russian folktale.

There are several good ones. For example, 'Manfish: A Story of Jacques Cousteau' which is about the real - life adventures of the ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau. 'A Long Walk to Water' is based on the true story of Salva Dut, a Sudanese boy who had to walk long distances to find water and later became a water activist. 'The Librarian of Basra' is also a great choice, based on the true story of a librarian in Iraq who saved books during a war.

One great book is 'The Little House on the Prairie' series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. It's based on her own experiences growing up in the American Midwest. Another is 'Anne of Green Gables' which was inspired by the author's childhood on Prince Edward Island. And 'I Am Malala' is also a powerful children's book based on the true story of Malala Yousafzai and her fight for girls' education.

There is also a story that focuses on the heroic acts of the first responders. It's about how they risked their lives to save others during the 9/11 attacks. This story can teach children about courage and selflessness.

One well - known Russian children's story is 'The Little Mermaid' by Hans Christian Andersen, which has been popular in Russia as well. It tells the story of a mermaid who falls in love with a human prince and makes sacrifices for her love. Another is 'The Snow Queen' by Hans Christian Andersen too. It features a journey of a girl named Gerda to rescue her friend Kai from the cold - hearted Snow Queen. There is also 'Kolobok', a traditional Russian folktale about a little round bun that rolls away from home and has various encounters with different animals.

Another good option is 'My First Read - and - Learn Bible'. It is designed for young children, with simple text and large pictures. It includes many of the well - known Bible stories like Noah's Ark and David and Goliath. The book is aimed at making the stories accessible and interesting for kids starting to explore religious stories.

Sure, let's take the story of 'Baba Yaga' in detail. Baba Yaga lives in a strange hut deep in the forest. The hut stands on chicken legs, which can rotate to face different directions. When heroes or heroines in the story come to her hut, they are often in a desperate situation. Baba Yaga is a complex character. Sometimes she can be helpful if the person approaching her shows respect and cleverness. For example, if a young girl manages to complete the tasks Baba Yaga sets for her, like cleaning her filthy hut or sorting out a huge pile of grains, Baba Yaga may give her a magical item or some useful advice. However, if she is angered, she can be extremely cruel. She has a mortar and pestle that she uses to fly around, and she can chase and attack those who displease her. The forest around her hut is also filled with danger, with strange creatures and an overall eerie atmosphere. Her character has been passed down through generations in Russian folklore and has become an iconic figure in scary stories for children, teaching them about courage and respect for the unknown.