Theme: independence

Pippi Longstocking

By Book Importer | Published: November 7, 2011

Astrid Lindgren’s story of feisty, red-haired Pippi has been given a sparkling new translation by award-winning Tiina Nunnally and engaging pictures by acclaimed Lauren Child.

Descriptors: Europe, Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Sweden » Other Themes: , » Leave a comment

The Twins’ Blanket

By Book Importer | Published: September 26, 2011

These look-alike twins have always shared everything—their room, their toys, a crib, and, since the day they were born, a blanket. But as they grow into new beds, they need new blankets, too. Now they face a new dilemma: they don’t know how not to share.

Descriptors: Asia, Early Years (ages 2-6), Korea, Picture Book, Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

Vasalisa and Her Magic Doll

By Book Importer | Published: April 5, 2011

A retelling of the old Russian fairy tale in which beautiful Vasalisa uses the help of her doll to escape from the clutches of the witch Baba Yaga.

Descriptors: Folklore, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Picture Book, Russia » Other Themes: , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Climbing the Stairs

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

A remarkable debut novel set in India that shows one girl’s struggle for independence. During World War II and the last days of British occupation in India, fifteen-year-old Vidya dreams of attending college. But when her forward-thinking father is beaten senseless by the British police, she is forced to live with her grandfather’s large traditional [...]

Descriptors: Historical Fiction, India, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , » 3 Comments

The Child Cruncher

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Being kidnapped is not as thrilling as one plucky girl had hoped. Her big, ugly villain turns out to be an ordinary child cruncher. What a disappointment! Instead of taking her on all sorts of adventures, he only wants to eat her up. Luckily, she knows just what to do.

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Fantasy, Netherlands, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , » 1 Comment

Koyal Dark, Mango Sweet

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Jeetas family is caught up in the whirlwind of arranging marriages for her two older sisters, but the drama and excitement leave Jeeta cold. She knows that tradition demands the parade of suitors, the marriage negotiations, the elaborate displays, the expensive wedding parties but where is the love and romance that the movies promise? She [...]

Descriptors: India, Realistic Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Stories of Mexico’s Independence Days and Other Bilingual Children’s Fables

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

This collection of six bilingual children’s stories takes a regional and historical emphases. Sixteen provides the background of September 16, Mexico’s day of independence from Spain, and places it in a present-day context with which children can easily identify. “The Little General” teaches children about Cinco de Mayo through a young boy who helps save [...]

Descriptors: Folklore, Mexico, Primary (ages 6-9), Short Stories » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Abuela’s Weave

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

A Guatemalan story about intergenerational trust, love, and independence, this book introduces children to the culture of Guatemala through the story of a little girl selling her grandmother’s beautiful weaving at the public market. Illustrated throughout with paintings of authentic Guatemalan scenery, giving life to the country’s radiant landscape and bustling city streets.

Descriptors: Guatemala, Latin America, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Roses in My Carpets

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

When a young boy and his mother and sister come to a refugee camp to escape the war in Afghanistan, he finds some comfort in the beauty of the carpets he is learning weave.

Descriptors: Afghanistan, Asia, Fiction, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , , , , , , » 2 Comments