19+ African Folklore Pictures

The stories below are a mix of traditions from both side of the atlantic told for a modern audience and accompanied by vibrant illustrations.

African folklore pictures. A bakongo folktale i can read level 1 joan m lexau. Folklore in t t and many parts of the caribbean is inspired by the influences of the west african and french creole peoples who came or were brought to the islands centuries ago. Top african folktales as visited by users 1 the man who never lied 2 lion and jackal 3 the tortoise with a pretty daughter 4 the woman with two skins 5 the king s magic drum 6 why the bat flies by night 7 the hare and the lion 8 why the sun and the moon live in the sky 9 the story of the lightning and the thunder 10 the ape the snake and the lion. 5 0 out of 5 stars 5. The animals and birds are often accorded human attributes so it is not uncommon to find animals talking singing or demonstrating other human characteristics such as greed jealousy honesty etc. Many of their spiritual beliefs and practices were incorporated into the legends and stories we know today. Feb 24 2012 explore mchs stlp s board african mythology on pinterest.

African american folktales evolved from the need for african slaves to hold onto their culture in an environment where they weren t allowed to express themselves or keep their old traditions. This list also covers spirits and or deities found within the afro american religions which mostly derives from traditional african religions. The woman with two skins nigerian folktale. In the african folk tales the stories reflect the culture where diverse types of animals abound. See more ideas about african mythology mythology african. Home folktales african folktales. 9 offers from 2 49 46.

Anansi became the king of all stories after proving to nyame that he could trick a jaguar hornets and a fairy. He fought and conquered all the surrounding countries killing all the old men and women but the able bodied men and girls he caught and brought back as slaves and they worked on the farms until they died. 15 offers from 5 95 45. African folklore tales about animal tricksters often describe how helpless creatures manage to outwit fierce animals. One of the most important animal tricksters of west african legends is anansi who acts on behalf of the sky god nyame. 4 5 out of 5 stars 9. All of the kits can be converted into pillows purses quilts and wall hangings.

A west african folk tale picture puffins obi onyefulu. African folklore embroidery needlecraft kits are creative fun and colorful. Of calabar was a very powerful king.