Retells the life of the legendary African American hero who raced against a steam drill to cut through a mountain.

Retells the life of the legendary African American hero who raced against a steam drill to cut through a mountain.

Hare turns his bad luck around by striking a clever deal with the rich and lazy bear down the road.

A retelling of the traditional African-American tales in which Brer Rabbit uses his wit, humor, and wisdom to deal with friend and foe alike.

A Southern folktale in which kind Blanche, following the instructions of an old witch, gains riches, while her greedy sister makes fun of the old woman and is duly rewarded.

In this retelling of a folktale, a group of slaves, unable to bear their sadness and starvation any longer, calls upon the African magic that allows them to fly away.

Unhappy with her life at home, Sukey receives kindness and wealth from Mama Jo the mermaid.