Theme: silk

Red Butterfly: How a Princess Smuggled the Secret of Silk Out of China

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

An enchanting tale of hidden beauty and fierce courage, retold in the style of T’ang Dynasty poetry and illustrated with charm and grace. A young Chinese princess is sent from her father’s kingdom to marry the king of a far-off land. She must leave behind her home of splendors: sour plums and pink peach petals [...]

Descriptors: China, Folklore, Myth, Poetry, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

My Dadima Wears a Sari

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

This warm, multigenerational story offers a glimpse into the distinctive culture and customs of India, while reinforcing universal themes of love and the importance of family. Every day, Rupa’s grandmother wears a beautiful sari. Dadima wears her saris around the house and around the town. Some are made of cotton and some are made of [...]

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