African folktales for kids

a hyena howling under the full moon on the African plains, with acacia trees in the background, symbolizing the folktale of greed and regret.

Why the Hyena Howls at Night (African Folktale for Kids)

September 30, 2025

Long ago, animals lived close to humans, and they often gathered to share food. One day, a great feast was held under the tall acacia trees. Bowls of milk, honey, and meat were laid out for all to enjoy. The lion waited his turn politely. The hare picked a little and stepped back. Even the squirrel nibbled only a few

the first elephant rising from the earth, surrounded by tortoise, antelope, and crocodile in a magical African forest.

African Folktales

The Origin of the Elephant

Long ago, when the world was still new, all the animals lived together in the great forest. Antelopes jumped quickly through the grass, crocodiles swam in the rivers, and leopards crept in the shadows. But there was no elephant yet. The earth grew tired. She carried mountains, rivers, and trees,

three flying fish leaping above ocean waves under the watchful eyes of the sea god, from an African folktale

Flying Fish and the Sea God

Long ago, when the world was young, the sea god ruled the

African folktales for kids

Why the Hyena Howls at Night (African Folktale for Kids)

The Origin of the Elephant

Flying Fish and the Sea God

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