"Rapunzel" retold by TheFableCottage.com. More children's stories, fairy tales and fables (with video) . Our simplified stories are perfect for learners of all ages.br br Rapunzel lives in a tall tower in the woods. Why does she live in a tower? Well, it all started with a witch... An updated version of the traditional fairy tale, this story is about resilience, friendship, and what it really means to be a hero.