Folk traditions are customs, beliefs, stories, music, food, and ways of life that are passed down from generation to generation within a family or community, often by word of mouth or daily practice rather than through formal education. They reflect the cultures, values, and history of a group of people.

Examples include the following:

• Storytelling (including legends and true or tall tales)

• Folk music and dances

• Traditional crafts (like quilting, basket weaving, or blacksmithing)

• Home-cooked recipes

• Seasonal festivals and celebrations

• Local sayings, superstitions, or remedies

• Folk art (such as wood carvings or homemade decorations)

These traditions help keep a community’s identity alive and connect people to their roots.