The field of folklore -- The study of folklore -- Bearers of American folk tradition-- Folk speech and naming -- Proverbs and proverbial phrases -- Riddles and other verbal puzzles -- Rhymes and foldk poetry -- Myths and legends -- Folktales -- Folksongs -- Ballads -- Superstitions -- Customs and festivals -- Folk dances and dramas -- Folk games -- Folk gestures -- Folk music -- Folk architecture, handicrafts, and art -- Folk costumes and foods