Theme: Dream

Marie: An Invitation to Dance: Paris, 1775

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

In 1775, young Marie lives in Paris and dreams of becoming a ballerina. But her family is of modest means and her future is set–convent school, marriage, and children–unless she can find a wealthy patron to sponsor her. One special evening, a surprise audition in a most exciting and original place changes Marie’s destiny.

Descriptors: France, Historical Fiction, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , » Leave a comment

The Hollow People

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

On an island that houses the asylum where lawbreakers are imprisoned, two teenagers rebel against a rigidly controlled society where dreams are considered antisocial and all citizens over the age of fourteen take a drug to control their behavior.

Descriptors: England (UK), Intermediate (ages 9-14), Science Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Clinton Gregory’s Secret

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

A week in the life of a boy with a very active imagination. Clinton Gregory has at least seven secrets, one for each night of the week. Monday, he wrestled a dragon named Gordon; Wednesday, he was invited to dinner with giants; and Sunday, he made paper hats for a ship full of pirates and [...]

Descriptors: Australia, Early Years (ages 2-6), Fantasy, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Little Ballet Star

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Tilly is just like a real ballerina. The only thing that could make her day even more thrilling? The chance to shine on stage! This charming story captures the delight and anticipation of attending an actual ballet, and makes a perfect gift for every aspiring ballerina. Readers are invited to join Tilly for her special [...]

Descriptors: England (UK), Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Josephine Wants To Dance

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

The popular wombat’s friendFrom the award-winning duo behind the bestselling Diary of a Wombat (the famous wombat even makes an appearance at the ballet complete with a tutu!), Josephine Wants to Dance encourages all readers to never give up and to always dance to their own music. Josephine loves to dance. She dreams of wearing [...]

Descriptors: Australia, Fantasy, Oceania, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Dreamquake

By Rebecca Ballenger | Published: October 29, 2008

The dreamhunting began as a beautiful thing, when Tziga Hame discovered that he could enter the Place and share the dreams he found there with other people. But Tziga Hame has disappeared and Laura, his daughter, knows that the art of projecting dreams has turned sour. On St. Lazarus’s Eve, when elite citizens gather at [...]

Descriptors: Fantasy, New Zealand, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

The Best Beekeeper of Lalibela: A Tale from Africa

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

In the Ethiopian mountain village of Lalibela, famous for its churches and honey, a young girl determines to find a way to be a beekeeper despite being told that is something only men can do.

Descriptors: Africa, Ethiopia, Fiction, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , » Comments closed

Super Grandpa

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

A sixty-six-year-old grandfather, barred from entering the 1000-mile Tour of Sweden because of his age, unofficially joins the bicycle race and, to the delight of his countrymen, emerges victorious.

Descriptors: Europe, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction, Scandinavia, Sweden » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , » Comments closed

Mario’s Mayan Journey

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

A young Mexican dreams that he meets two Mayan children and together they visit ancient ruins in the jungles of the Yuc

Descriptors: Americas, Fiction, Mexico, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , , » Comments closed