What's cooking at NAHSL 2009?  Stone Soup!  On Monday, October 26 during our conference luncheon, we will enjoy each others’ company, and discuss the story of Stone Soup!  This classic folktale of creativity and community during difficult times will have meaning for many of us!

The folktale can be found online but many beautiful illustrated editions are also available. Check one out from your local library!

 Stone Soup (1992) by Tony Ross.
A hen prepares stone soup to delay a wolf who is impatient to eat her.

Stone Soup (2003) by Jon J Muth.
A retelling of the story, set in China and starring 3 Zen monks. 

Cactus Soup (2004) by Eric Kimmel
A Mexican village is featured in this adaptation.

Some Friends to Feed (2005) by Pete Seeger
 Children respond to the soldiers’ plea when the adults turn them away.

 The Real Story of Stone Soup (2007) by Ying Chang Compestine
Based on a Chinese legend - 3 wily brothers trick their uncle.

 Stone Soup (2007) by Jess Stockholm.
 For those who like “lift the flap” books…