Source: Isaacs, Anne. Swamp Angel. New York: Dutton Children's Books, 1994.
Summary: In this take-off on the Paul Bunyan tall tales, there is "nothing to suggest" that a baby girl born almost as big as her mother would become the best woodswoman in Tennessee. However, Angelica, known as "Swamp Angel", makes a name for herself when she defeats the giant bear "Thundering Tarnation."
Cultural origins: American. Although this is an original tale, it is based off the American tall tales, particularly Paul Bunyan.
Audience: 3rd-5th grade. This story would be best appreciated by children who have had some exposure to tall tales before, and so would recognize the elements being used here. Older children would also be more likely to understand the humor of this story.
Adaptation notes: I would like to add more elements of the Paul Bunyan story, particularly origin stories of large landmarks.
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