Long ago people told stories to explain how the universe began. The Cherokee people of North America believed that the Earth was an island on a big sea, and the sky was attached to it with ropes. They believed there was only a moon in the sky, with no stars to keep it company. What story did the Cherokee tell about how the Milky Way began?

Welcome to Our World is a three-level pre-primary series that use traditional children's songs from around the world, with National Geographic photos and content, to introduce very young learners to the world of English

There was once a village on a mountain. It was peaceful and quiet. But then a giant named Odon moved to the mountain. He stomped through the village, damaging homes and eating the villagers' crops and animals. Nothing and no one could stop Odon - until four animal friends came up with a clever plan.

City Mouse invites his cousin Country Mouse for a visit. Together, the mice visit some of City Mouse's favorite places. Country Mouse likes the city. But will he want to stay?

Joseph dreams of making a coat as beautiful as a butterfly's wings. One day a man asks Joseph's father, a tailor, to make him a vest with some beautiful cloth. Joseph uses the extra cloth to make his coat. He wears his coat for many years until it is too worn to wear. What does Joseph do with his old coat, and what memories does he make with the coat?