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Can a tortoise win a tug of war with a mighty elephant? Can a tiny mouse help an enormous lion? Can a jackal outwit a terrifying tiger twice his size? Find out as Crabgrass Puppet Theatre travels around the globe to tell stories that show even the small and weak can have a big impact on the world.
With beautiful puppets and their signature hilarious style, the award-winning Crabgrass Puppet Theatre presents tales from Africa, Asia and Europe that will inspire and enthrall children of all sizes.
"It's storytelling in 3-D!" . . . Librarian, Mattituck, NY
Tug of War
Tired of being pushed around by the bigger and stronger animals, the tortoise hatches a plan to outsmart the elephant and hippo. In this tale from West Africa, tortoise shows the big animals that he can pull his own weight – and theirs as well!
One Good Turn
This folktale about the importance of keeping a promise takes us on a journey through the jungles of India. Along the way we find a spectacular tiger, a beautiful bird, a dancing snake, a funny jackal, and a surprise ending!
The Lion and the Mouse
How could a teensy mouse ever save the life of a mighty lion? In one of Aesop's most beloved fables, a pair of unlikely friends discover that no act of kindness is ever wasted.
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