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With every episode, young audiences can discover unique adaptations of timeless stories, fostering creativity and sparking joy in their hearts. This is not a single story but a vibrant series of unique explorations that celebrates the art of storytelling, inviting children to embark on adventures with each new book. 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These little plays—well-known stories done into dialogue—were written for children who like to imagine themselves living with their favorite characters in forest, in palace, or in fairyland. Included are Cinderella, Robin Hood, William Tell, Hansel and Gretel and many more. (Summary by Maria Therese and the introduction)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1981</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/47946d0e9a0b7254f4754bb34af5f7fc.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>King of the Snakes and Other Folklore Stories from Uganda-Rosetta Baskerville</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-of-the-snakes-and-other-folklore-stories-from-uganda-rosetta-baskerville--73842284</link><description><![CDATA[Despite the title's bland sounding name, this book is a charming collection of 16 plays for children. 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