Books

Adventures on the Ancient Silk Road

By auraenid | Published: February 8, 2010

A gripping account of three dramatic journeys that changed history. The fabled Silk Road conjures up the sights, smells and sounds of faraway lands. But traveling the Silk Road took years, and those who set out encountered bandits, starvation and treacherous storms. Adventures on the Ancient Silk Road introduces readers to three great historical figures: [...]

Posted in Asia, China, Europe, Historical Fiction, India, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Mongolia, Short Stories, Young Adult (ages 14-18) | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Japan

By auraenid | Published: February 8, 2010

This book introduces the people and the way they live, culture, weather, landscapes, towns and cities of Japan.

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Fu Finds the Way

By auraenid | Published: February 8, 2010

When the warrior Chang challenges young Fu to a duel, Fu panics. His only hope is that the Master will train him, just as he’s trained all the young warriors of the village.  But instead of teaching Fu to fight, the Master teaches him.to pour tea. Fu learns purpose, flow and patience in the process, [...]

Posted in China, Fantasy, Hong Kong, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Primary (ages 6-9) | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Kung Fu Kitty

By auraenid | Published: February 8, 2010

Abaton is pleased to present the long-awaited book and DVD set Kung Fu Kitty, written, narrated and directed by Lauri Bortz with illustrations, set designs and musical score by Marianne Nowottny, videotaped and engineered by Mark Dagley, starring Abaton mascot and recording star, Frick-the-Cat. Kung Fu Kitty is altogether unrelated to the recent major motion [...]

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The Chinese Thought of It: Amazing Inventions and Innovations (We Thought of It)

By auraenid | Published: February 8, 2010

How Chinese ingenuity changed the world. Acupuncture, gunpowder and the secrets to spinning silk are innovations that we have come to associate with China. But did you know that the Chinese also invented the umbrella? And toilet paper, initially made from rice straw clumped together, was first used in China! Through the ages, the Chinese [...]

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Getting There

By auraenid | Published: October 1, 2009

This book depicts children and adults engaging in many of these modes of transportation in diverse cultural settings.

Posted in Early Years (ages 2-6), International, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

1968

By auraenid | Published: October 1, 2009

1968, the year America grew up from racial and gender equality fights to the struggle against the draft and the Vietnam war, in 1968 Americans asked questions and fought for their rights.  Now, 30 years later, we look back on that seminal year–from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assasination to the Columbia University riots to [...]

Posted in Czech Republic, France, International, Mexico, Nonfiction, United States of America, Viet Nam, Young Adult (ages 14-18) | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Nursery Tales around the World

By auraenid | Published: December 1, 2008

An international collection of 18 nursery tales for young children, grouped by theme, such as “Runaway Cookies,” “Slowpokes and Speedsters,” and “Chain Tales”.

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Kamishibai Man

By auraenid | Published: December 1, 2008

The Kamishibai man used to ride his bicycle into town where he would tell stories to the children and sell them candy, but gradually, fewer and fewer children came running at the sound of his clappers. They were all watching their new televisions instead. Finally, only one boy remained, and he had no money for [...]

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Something for School

By auraenid | Published: December 1, 2008

On the first day of kindergarten, a teacher asks the boys and girls to line up, and Yoon lines up with the other girls. But when some children mistake Yoon for a boy because of her short hair, Yoon bursts into tears.  At home, Yoon finds a solution. Her sister s special headband is perfect! [...]

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