Anancy and The Turtle Anancy is a mischievous spider. One day he decides to go fishing, and what happens next is retold in this story.Anancy stories are folktales that originated in west Africa and are popular in the Caribbean and around the world. This story is suitable to be read to children at school, home and as a bedtime story. The beautiful illustrations in the book bring the story to life for children and adults alike. The story also introduces the wonders of the natural world to children. You and your children are sure to enjoy this story