Ariane Dewey

Presents sheer myths and some stories based in fact about the controversial pirate who aided the United States in the War of 1812, but returned to his life of piracy thereafter.

Two clumsy bears join in fishing fun at the river.

When Bear and Brown Squirrel have a disagreement about whether Bear can stop the sun from rising, Brown Squirrel ends up with claw marks on his back and becomes Chipmunk, the striped one.

Herman the helpful octopus is always willing to assist anyone who needs his help--old or young, friend or enemy.

When Mr. and Mrs. Mouse become exhausted from overwork, caring for their many children, the little mice decide to take over.

Two elderly boars with contrasting dispositions take turns caring for a baby crocodile and find that their attitudes determine how they are repaid.

When Beaver challenges Turtle to a swimming race for ownership of the pond, Turtle outsmarts Beaver, and Beaver learns to share.

When Snake starts sleeping on the rock where Lizard lives, Lizard must figure out how to get his home back.