2001 Notable Social Studies Book for Young People (Award given by the National Council for the Social Studies and the Children's Book Council)

2001 Parents' Choice Recommendation

Because we've all been caught not using our brains at one time or another, everyone enjoys a good numskull tale. Noodlehead Stories, a collection of multicultural folktales, reminds us that we are not alone when we hear a story in which someone else is the fool. Although they're told primarily for entertainment, much about human nature can be learned by reading and telling stories featuring the fool. Knuckleheads come in all forms and shapes-young and old, weak and powerful, rich and poor, male and female. There's a ninnyhammer for everyone!

Not meant to be told for the purpose of making fun of others, these noodlehead stories are presented in the spirit of laughing at the 'noodlehead' in us all. Designed for use in primary and middle grades, this book is perfect for children to read on their own, or tell in front of a group. It's also a wonderful resource for parents, for adults who tell stories to children, and for teachers to use in conjunction with language arts or social studies curricula.