These are magical and mysterious tales about a world in which all things are living creatures. There’s a story about the Evil Giant with a heart made of thorns and cactus needles. And another story tells about the Girl who married the Rainbow!

Do you know what a tall tale is? Well if you don't, you better catch these clever stories. Some of these tales are even taller than Joe Hayes! Did you ever hear of a dog that knows how to play checkers? (He’s really not that smart: he loses more times than he wins.)

Kids of all ages are always asking Joe Hayes, “How can it snow tortillas?” Well, now they’ll know where to find the answer. Readers of all ages will delight in these magical tales. In the title story, for instance, a very clever woman saves her silly husband from a band of robbers. She makes the old man believe it snowed tortillas during the night! In another story, a young boy gladly gives up all of his wages for good advice. His parents think he is a fool, but the good advice leads to wealth and a royal marriage. The enchantment continues in story after story....

Joe Hayes, the acclaimed storyteller of the southwest, tells you six more exciting folktales! These earth friendly tales include classic stories: "That's Not Fair", "Eat With Your Eyes", "Coyote", "Take Care of Your House", "A Spoon For Every Bite", "Homes for the People", and "Recycled Hambone".

Stories at the Tipi contains nine of Joe Hayes’ greatest stories including: "Rain"; "The Gum Chewing Rattler"; "¡Válgame Dios!"; "One Day, One Night"; "Sky Pushing Poles"; "Promises"; "Yellow Corn Girl"; "The Earth Monster", "Yellow Behind the Ears"; and "The Cricket".