Theme: Buddhism

Sondok: Princess of the Moon and Stars, Korea, A.D. 595 (The Royal Diaries)

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

During the seventh-century, the land which is now Korea was fraught with political and religious intrigue. The country was split into Three Kingdoms, each fighting for supremacy: Silla, Koguryo, and Paekche. Besides the warring kingdoms, there are three religions in conflict: Shamanism, the ancient female-dominated faith wherein Shamanist priestesses wield great power at court, foretelling [...]

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Learning From The Dalai Lama: Secrets From The Wheel Of Time

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

For children, here is a simple and creative introduction to the Buddhist way of life and to the teachings of the Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. Text and photos explain the beautiful and intricate Kalachakra ceremony and initiation, and the meaning of the sand mandala and its symbols. Features a foreword by [...]

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One World, Many Religions: The Ways We Worship

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Illustrated with black-and-white and  full-color photographs. “Today, most religious people in the world practice one of these seven religions [Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism].All have had a deep effect on the laws and customs of every country. They have shaped art, literature, music, and education. They have given the world magnificent stories, songs, [...]

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Roots and Wings

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

GRACE’S GRANDMOTHER HAS died, and she and her mother must travel back to the Cambodian community to give her a proper Cambodian funeral. But Grace wants to use the trip to solve a few mysteries, like who her father was, why her mother and grandmother moved from St. Petersburg to Pennsylvania, where they’re the only [...]

Descriptors: Cambodia, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Realistic Fiction, United States of America » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Travels Of Ms. Beaver

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

One day, Ms. Beaver sets off to visit the big city of Toronto, where she decides to build a dam in a city park and creates a new lake! Although some citizens protest, eventually Ms. Beaver and the newly created lake are allowed to remain.

Descriptors: Americas, Canada, Fiction, Primary (ages 6-9) » Tagged » Comments closed

How The Leopard Got His Claws

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

Recounts how the leopard got his claws and teeth and why he rules the forest with terror.

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