Welcome to Stories She Told Me
Stories She Told Me is a storytelling brand inspired by the vibrant, powerful traditions of African folktales and oral history. Rooted in rhythm, rhyme, and cultural wisdom, our mission is to retell these age-old tales in a way that today’s children can read, love, and remember.
We reimagine African folktales using simple, phonics-friendly language - making it easier for early readers to follow along, sound out, and experience the joy of reading.
Why African Folktales?
For generations, stories were passed down word of mouth - from elders to little ones, from village firesides to modern living rooms. These stories carried wisdom, humour, morals, and magic - they were how we remembered who we are.
But today, many of those stories risk being forgotten. The rich oral storytelling that once lived in communities is being lost as modern times evolve.
That’s why Stories She Told Me was born. To help keep those voices alive - through books that children can see, hold, and read aloud with joy.
Our Stories Are…
Reimagined
Told with modern twists and timeless heart
Fun to Share
Perfect for storytime, classrooms, or bedtime
Easy to Read
Using rhyme, rhythm and repetition to build reading skills
Culturally Rich
Rooted in heritage, shaping the future
Contact us
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