Business Details
Award-Winning Folktales & Educational Resources for Kids
August House has dedicated itself to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of folktales through innovative publishing and educational resources. Founded on the belief that stories connect generations and cultures, we curate a diverse collection of multicultural stories that reflect timeless human experiences. Our team collaborates with award-winning authors and illustrators to create engaging children's literature rooted in traditional storytelling. With decades of combined experience in education and publishing, we provide educators with comprehensive lesson plans aligned with Common Core Standards. Our catalog features folktales from around the world, organized into thematic collections that highlight universal character traits and cultural diversity. Through Story Cove, our specialized imprint launched in 2004, we develop interactive resources that make storytelling accessible and enjoyable for young learners.Our commitment to quality extends to every aspect of our work, from the vibrant illustrations in our picture books to the educational frameworks supporting our publications. We maintain rigorous editorial standards to ensure each story preserves its cultural authenticity while remaining relevant to modern audiences. As advocates for the power of storytelling, we regularly share insights about the importance of folktales in contemporary education through blog posts and industry articles. Our Atlanta-based team remains dedicated to discovering and sharing stories that celebrate our shared human heritage.
Services
Folktale Publishing
Educational Resources
Lesson Plan Development
Multicultural Storytelling
Author Collaborations
Highlights and features
- We specialize in multicultural folktales with educational applications
- Our books align with Common Core Standards for classroom use
- Award-winning authors and illustrators create every publication
- We provide ready-to-use lesson plans for educators
- Our collections emphasize universal character traits across cultures
Services
Folktale Publishing
We publish authentic folktales from diverse cultures, maintaining traditional elements while ensuring modern relevance. Our editorial process involves cultural consultants to verify accuracy and appropriateness. Each publication includes background information to help readers understand the story's cultural context.
Educational Resources
We develop standards-aligned educational materials that transform folktales into classroom learning tools. Our resources include discussion questions, activity suggestions, and cross-cultural comparison frameworks. These materials help educators meet literacy and social studies requirements through engaging storytelling.
Lesson Plans
We create detailed lesson plans that connect folktales to educational standards. Each plan includes clear learning objectives, step-by-step instructions, and assessment tools. Our approach emphasizes critical thinking and cultural awareness through story analysis and related activities.
Multicultural Collections
We curate thematic collections that showcase stories from different cultures around common themes. These collections help readers discover both unique cultural perspectives and universal human experiences. Each collection includes stories from multiple continents and traditions.
Questions
What age group are your books designed for?
Our publications primarily target children ages 4-12, with storytelling approaches that accommodate various reading levels and classroom applications.
Do you provide teaching resources with your books?
Yes, we offer comprehensive lesson plans aligned with Common Core Standards for most titles, available through our website's educational resources section.
Can I submit my own folktale adaptation for publication?
We welcome submissions through our established guidelines, which require complete manuscripts accompanied by cultural source documentation and adaptation rationale.
How do your stories promote cultural understanding?
Each folktale includes cultural context information, while our collections organize stories by universal themes to highlight shared human experiences across different traditions.