Baba Yaga and the Magic Geese
A Russian folk tale about a headstrong girl who must rescue her brother from an evil witch, and in doing so learns the importance of responsibility and keeping promises.  

Imo and the King
An African folk tale about a courageous boy who sets out to become the King’s successor, and along the way learns the virtues of kindness. 

The Little Samurai
A Japanese folk tale about a tiny boy who longs to grow and become a powerful samurai, but discovers that laughter is the mightiest weapon of all.