This Brazilian-inspired poem tells the story of how night came to be, as the daughter of the Great Sea Serpent longs for the darkness of her father's kingdom, and her husband's slaves journey to retrieve it. After a frightening encounter with the creatures of the night, they release the darkness upon their return, allowing the princess to sleep and awaken refreshed.

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The poem tells the story of Antigonus, a cruel ruler who demanded tolls from passing ships on the Scheldt River. Despite attempts by the Duke of Brabant to stop him, Antigonus continued to terrorize passing merchants until Brabo, a brave man, came up with a plan to defeat him. With Antigonus dead, the toll was abolished, and the city of Antwerp prospered.

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In this Colombian Foklore, we hear the story of Rinrin the Tadpole, who sets out to find adventure dressed in fancy clothes. He meets a mouse and they go to Mrs. Mouse's house for tea. Their party is interrupted by Mom Cat and her crew, causing Rinrin to panic and swim away so fast that he tears his vest and loses his hat.

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The story of the Jade Rabbit from Chinese folklore tells a story where the Jade Emperor chooses an animal to help make a powerful potion of immortality. The story highlights the selflessness and bravery of the rabbit, who sacrificed itself to help the Jade Emperor, and how kindness can be rewarded in unexpected ways. The Jade Rabbit's story demonstrates the importance of courage and kindness, even in small creatures, and how these virtues can lead to significant accomplishments.