Jacob Grimm (1785–1863) and Wilhelm Grimm (1786–1859) were German philologists and collectors of folk tales who published one of the most influential collections of folk stories in the 19th century. Their work documented oral tradition and helped lay the foundations of early folklore studies. Many of the tales they collected have become classic stories that are still read and adapted today.
Brothers Grimm
Jacob Grimm (1785–1863) and Wilhelm Grimm (1786–1859) were German philologists and collectors of folk tales who published one of the most influential collections of folk stories in the 19th century. Their work documented oral tradition and helped lay the foundations of early folklore studies. Many of the tales they collected have become classic stories that are still read and adapted today.
When a peasant named Crabb decides to become a doctor, he soon finds himself at a grand castle, where he must solve the mystery of stolen money. Can Doctor Knowall uncover the truth with his clever tricks?
When a forest enchantress turns Jorinda into a nightingale, Joringel searches for a red flower that breaks spells. His loyalty and courage lead him into the castle to free Jorinda—and everyone else.
A clever tailor with a sash that reads “Seven at one blow” outsmarts giants, traps a unicorn and boar, and wins a princess—using brains, not brawn, to turn the whole kingdom on its head.
A hungry dog, a clever sparrow, and a reckless wagoner cross paths. A promise of friendship ignites a whirlwind of revenge in this stark, unforgettable Brothers Grimm cautionary tale.
A kind youngest son shares his lunch with a mysterious little man, finds a golden goose, causes a hilarious stuck-together parade, makes a princess laugh, and outsmarts a fussy king’s tricky tasks.
A princess loses a precious token, is forced to trade places, and becomes a goose girl. With a talking horse’s warning, a clever rhyme, and a brave confession, the truth ultimately prevails.
When a kind youngest brother spares ants, ducks, and a beehive, they repay him with clever help. Can he solve three impossible tasks and wake a sleeping castle and its princesses?
A brave bride-to-be follows a forest trail and uncovers a terrible secret. With the help of a clever old woman and a chilling clue, she exposes a robber gang at her own wedding.
A ruthless boar, two brothers, and a bone that sings the truth—discover how courage wins the hunt, but honesty uncovers a hidden crime and brings justice to a troubled kingdom.
A brave princess must stay silent for six years and sew shirts from star-flowers to save her brothers, who are swans by day. Can she endure lies, danger, and time?
A sly wolf tricks seven kids—but a brave mother goat has a clever plan. Discover how quick thinking, a needle and thread, and some stones turn danger into triumph.