Folk tales are stories that have been passed down through generations, often orally. They typically involve mythical creatures, gods, and heroes, and often contain moral lessons. The term 'folk tales' can be broken down into three parts: LORE (4 letters), myths (5 letters), and lores (5 letters). LORE refers to a body of knowledge or tradition, while myths are stories that explain the origins of natural phenomena or cultural beliefs. Lores are traditional customs or beliefs. Together, these three terms encompass the wide variety of folk tales that have been shared throughout history.