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Alamat ng Ampalaya
This is an original story on the legend of the bitter gourd. The story excites the imagination of children and warns them against the evil of envy and greed.

Filipino with English translation Available in two languages

Author: Augie Rivera
Illustrator: Kora Albano
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Si Pagong at Si Matsing
Matsing is known for his intelligence and cunning but Pagong also has his wit and cleverness. When they both find a banana tree, the match begins. Find out who triumphs in this classic tale that has amused generations.

Filipino with English translation

Author: Danilo Consumido
Illustrator: Hubert Fucio
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Si Pilandok at ang Manok na Nangingitlog ng Ginto
Pilandok is a well-loved folk hero especially popular in the Muslim areas. His name is the Filipino equivalent for the mousedeer. In folk tales, Pilandok is portrayed as a clever creature who loves to play tricks - and his tricks often land him in difficult situations!

Filipino with English translation

Author: Victoria Añonuevo
Illustrator: Kora Albano
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Si Pilandok sa Kaharian ng Dagat
Datu Usman is a cruel and greedy leader whom our hero Pilandok always manages to outwit. What does the kingdom under the sea hold for our hero and his greedy foe?

Filipino with English translation

Author: Victoria Añonuevo
Illustrator: Kora Albano
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Si Pilandok sa Pulo ng Pawikan
This fifth tale in the Pilandok series of adventures is not only a show of our folk hero’s trademark cleverness but also of his concern for the environment. Pilandok once again battles the scheming Datu Usman who threatens the existence of pawikans.

Filipino with English translation

Author: Victoria Añonuevo
Illustrator: Kora Albano
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The Greediest of Rajahs and the Whitest of Clouds
What else could the greediest of rajahs want? He has the fattest cows, the roundest pigs, the juiciest melons, the sweetest sugar, the finest silk, and even the tiniest bits of silver and gold. Nothing else but the whitest of clouds.

2003 Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature
First Prize, Best Children’s Story

2004 National Book Award, Best Children's Book

English with Filipino translation

Author: Honoel Ibardolaza
Illustrator: Brian Vallesteros
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