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Riley, the young raven, perched high above, looks over her new school nestled within the grand oak tree in the forest, capturing the excitement and wonder of her upcoming adventure.

The Reluctant Raven's First Day at School

A young raven finds courage, friendship, and pride on her first day at school.

A small, confident fish glides through vibrant underwater scenery, proudly wearing a tiny hat, unaware of the silent, watchful world around him. The tranquil setting hints at both adventure and consequence.

This is Not My Hat

A little fish’s big, risky heist—and what it costs him in the end.

Tarek stands by the moonlit shore, where land meets mystery, contemplating the powerful, unseen Marid of the deep.

The Legend of the Marid

A young man’s wish becomes a test of courage, wisdom, and the true price of prosperity.

Penelope the T-Rex nervously enters her new classroom, eager to make friends with her curious animal classmates who peek over their desks in wonder

Penelope Rex Learns to be a Friend

Penelope Rex discovers that kindness—not sharp teeth—makes the best friends

The introductory image is ready, depicting King Jamshid witnessing the vision of the lion and the sun, a symbol of strength and unity for Persia.

The Legend of the Lion and the Sun

A tale of courage and unity from ancient Persia.

A young girl stands at the beginning of her journey of self-discovery and self-worth in a warm, welcoming school environment. Her expression is one of hope and contemplation, symbolizing her quest to understand her unique value in a world that can feel overwhelming.

I Am Enough

A heartfelt journey of discovering self-worth and courage.

In the mystical mountains of ancient Japan, young Hayato encounters the spectral presence of an Inugami, a powerful dog spirit bound to his family lineage. The village lies quietly in the mist, unaware of the fate that awaits

The Tale of the Inugami

A tale of loyalty, vengeance, and redemption set in the mystical mountains of ancient Japan.

A mischievous sunflower seed stands alone in a vast, bright sunflower field, ready to begin an unexpected journey of self-discovery.

The Bad Seed

The journey of a seed from troublemaker to newfound purpose and belonging.

Zahhak, the Serpent King, stands in his darkened palace, a symbol of tyranny and the ancient clash between darkness and light, setting the tone for an epic struggle

The Story of the Serpent King Zahhak

A legend of power, darkness, and the hero who dared to face the Serpent King.

The Iron Fan Princess gazes over the misty Jade Mountain, her magical fan in hand, poised with grace and strength. The mystical atmosphere reflects the power and legend surrounding her.

The Story of the Iron Fan Princess

A tale of power, love, and redemption in ancient China.

A kind-hearted witch, dressed in a red cloak with her long plaited hair flowing, flies high on her broomstick alongside her curious black cat. The sun sets over the green fields below, setting a magical and adventurous tone for the journey ahead.

Room on the Broom

A magical journey of friendship, teamwork, and a broomstick full of surprises.

A small, clever mouse stands confidently in a dark, shadowy forest, surrounded by towering trees and thick foliage. The scene exudes both whimsy and a sense of looming danger, setting the stage for the adventure to come.

The Gruffalo

A clever mouse uses his wits to outsmart hungry predators in the deep, dark woods.

In the eerie stillness of the desert night, a lone merchant sits by his campfire, unaware of the powerful Ifrit approaching from the darkness, glowing with a fiery, supernatural presence.

The Tale of the Ifrit

A tale of magic, treachery, and redemption in the Arabian desert.

Pharaoh Neferkare gazes over the ancient city of Memphis at sunset, his royal palace and the distant Great Pyramids standing as symbols of Egypt's grandeur. With concern in his eyes, he contemplates the mysterious dream that has begun to haunt him.

The Tale of the Scarab

A Pharaoh’s quest for immortality leads him to an ancient power guarded by the gods.

The king, dressed in royal robes, stands at the edge of a forest, observing the hermit digging the earth by his humble hut. The scene captures the beginning of his journey to seek wisdom in Leo Tolstoy’s "Three Questions," set against the backdrop of a peaceful sunset and rolling hills.

Three Questions

A king’s search for wisdom leads him to life-changing truths about time, people, and kindness.

A peaceful Japanese village nestled at the foot of misty, forested mountains, where the presence of yōkai and other ancient mysteries lingers in the shadows.

The Tale of the Hitotsume-kozou

A thrilling journey into Japan’s mystical world of yōkai and demons.

The shah and his loyal vizier stand in the palace gardens of ancient Persia, bathed in the golden light of the sunset, discussing the challenges ahead amidst the blooming jasmine and flowing fountains.

The Tale of the Shah and the Vizier

A test of wisdom and loyalty in ancient Persia.

The young boy gazes across the dimly lit street of early 20th-century Dublin, captivated by the distant figure of Mangan’s sister standing in her doorway, as the soft twilight wraps the street in a quiet sense of anticipation and yearning.

Araby

A young boy's journey of youthful infatuation and bitter disillusionment.

Fletcher walks through the dark, foreboding village, where the streets are deserted and the houses seem abandoned, casting a sense of eerie desolation over the scene.

A Village After Dark

A man returns to a hauntingly familiar village and confronts the secrets he tried to forget.

The Jade Dragon perched on a mountain cliff, while the Golden Phoenix soars above a serene, mystical landscape in ancient China, setting the tone for their legendary tale of love, sacrifice, and balance.

The Story of the Jade Dragon and the Golden Phoenix

A tale of love, sacrifice, and the eternal balance between light and darkness.

Atahualpa, the Inca ruler, carried on a golden litter in the grand square of Cajamarca, as Spanish conquistadors approach, setting the stage for the legendary ransom.

The Legend of Atahualpa’s Ransom Room

A legendary deal of gold and betrayal in the heart of the Inca Empire.

The image captures the rugged adventurer and his local guide standing in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, with the dense jungle and a flowing river behind them, setting the tone for their perilous quest for the legendary Amazon Gold.

The Legend of the Amazon Gold

A deadly journey into the Amazon rainforest to uncover cursed treasure.

Hou Yi, the heroic archer, stands before a golden sunrise, symbolizing his legendary quest to save the world from the wrath of the Ten Suns, set against the majestic mountains and valleys of ancient China.

The Legend of the Ten Suns

The tale of Hou Yi, the archer who saved the world from the wrath of ten suns.