Manik Buangsi Synopsis

From the Samals in the southern Philippines comes this story of undying love between a mortal and an immortal. Manik Buangsi, the handsome price of the sky, falls in love with Tuan Putli, the daughter of a sultan. Can Tuan Putli pass the test of the gods and join Manik Buangsi in his kingdom in the skies?

Wigan Becomes a Sculptor Synopsis

long with other Ifugaw farmers, Wigan farms on he highlands' magnificent payyo. When his crops suddenly and unexpectedly fail, he asks help from the gods in heaven. It is through these gods that Wigan learns to create a bul-ol, and begins the art of sculpture.

This mythical story not only reveals the origins of the iconic bul-ol, but also sheds light on the origin of sculpture in the Philippines. This book also introduces its young readers to the concept of footnotes.

Tominaman sa Rogong Becomes a Painter Synopsis

This magical tale is inspired by the Maranaw mythical land of Bembaran. Datu Tominaman sa Rogong realizes that there is something missing in his life: color. In his search for color, he also discovers the art of painting.

This wonderful story not only celebrates the innate artistry of the Maranaw, but also explains the beginnings of painting in the Philippines. This books also introduces its young readers to the concept of endnotes.

La-on and the Seven-Headed Dragon Synopsis

Read the exciting tale of the origin of Mount Kanlaon and how the young La-on saves the terror-stricken kingdom of King Kabugnot from the deadly claws of a seven-headed dragon.