University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh: Mythology Electronic Texts
This is a handy site from the University of Pittsburgh for making comparisons in the folklore of different cultures. It is organized by themes. For instance, you could scroll down to the theme "Man and Serpent," click on that and read...
American Indian Heritage Foundation
Indians.org: Navajo (Dine) Literature
Brief narrative of Navajo history and culture accompanied with links to many traditional Navajo legends. Contains the full text of the Navajo "Wind Prayer" and traditional Indian art.
American Indian Heritage Foundation
Delaware Literature
A selection of quotations from oral literature of the Delaware--or Lenape--Tribe. Includes the Delaware story of the arrival of the Dutch at Manhattan. Includes a picture of Delaware Chief Lapowinsa.
S.E. Schlosser
American Folklore: Arkansas Folklore
Read a brief folktale, myth, or legend from the state of Arkansas.
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American Folklore: Connecticut Folklore
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Connecticut.
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American Folklore: Delaware Folklore
Read a brief folktale, myth, or legend from the state of Delaware.
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American Folklore: Hawaii Folklore
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Hawaii.
S.E. Schlosser
American Folklore: Wyoming Folklore
Read brief folktales, myths and legends from the state of Wyoming.
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American Folklore: Vermont Folklore
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Vermont.
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American Folklore: South Dakota Folklore
Read a brief folktale, myth, or legend from the state of South Dakota.
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American Folklore: Rhode Island Folklore
Read brief folktales, myths, and legends from the state of Rhode Island.
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American Folklore: Ohio Folklore
Read a brief folktale, myth, or legend from the state of Ohio.
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American Folklore: North Dakota Folklore
Read a brief folktale, myth, or legend from the state of North Dakota.
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American Folklore: New Hampshire Folklore
Read brief folktales, myths, or legends from the state of New Hampshire.
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American Folklore: Nebraska Folklore
Read a brief folktale, myth, or legend from the state of Nebraska.
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American Folklore: Missouri Folklore
Read brief folktales, myths, or legends from the state of Missouri.
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American Folklore: Mississippi Folklore
Read brief folktales, myths, or legends from the state of Mississippi.
Other
Iroquois Legends: "How the Bear Lost His Tail"
Text of Iroquois legend, "How the Bear Lost His Tail."
S.E. Schlosser
America Folklore:paul Bunyan
Users will learn about key components about Paul Bunyan such as the beginning of the story of Paul Bunyan, Babe the Blue Ox, and other stories.
Other
Resource Room: Review, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
A quick review of "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark" by author Alvin Schwartz. Helpful hints for teachers.
Other
Zora Neale Hurston: Women in History
The African American novelist Zora Neale Hurston is described with facts, accomplishments, and links to web sites for further research.
Other
Green Willow Folk Club
This site gives some background information on folk singers who are in concert in Wilmington, Delaware, and also gives a backround of their organization.
Other
Paul Bunyan: The Giant Lumberjack
This online version of the tall tale of Paul Bunyan features illustrations of this American folk hero.
Other
Learning Activities: Paul Bunyan and His Blue Ox
Several suggested activities for engaging small children in the American folk tale of Paul Bunyan. The lesson plan and story include discussion, an online jigsaw puzzle, and coloring pages.