For thousands of years, children the world over have listened to popular folktales. Each country has its own set of fascinating stories, and it is especially enjoyable to discover folktales that one has not heard before. Asian Children's Favorite Stories presents seven fascinating folktales from China, Japan, Korea, India, the Philippines, Indonesia and Thailand.

Why cats and dogs don't get along - Korea -- The clever rabbit and Numskull - India -- The crane's gratitude - Japan -- Baka the cow and Kalabaw the water buffalo -- The Philippines -- The mousedeer becomes a judge - Indonesia -- Liang and his magic brush - China -- The lucky farmer becomes a king - Thailand -- Glossary.