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Author: Kathy G. Short

Kathy G. Short

Nightfather

A young girl and her two brothers try to come to terms with their father, who feels compelled to recount his concentration camp experiences over and over again.

Published: 2004,
Tags: Children, War and conflict
Categories: EuropeEurope, GermanyEurope, Germany, Historical FictionEurope, Germany, Historical Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

A Treasury Of Wise Action: Jataka Tales Of Compassion And Wisdom

By their actions, the great-spirited heroes of these tales transform difficult situations and create harmony in the world. Each story demonstrates that all we think and do has an effect on our lives and those of others.

Published: 1993,
Tags: Fathers and sons, Runaways
Categories: AsiaAsia, Folklore and Fairy TalesAsia, Folklore and Fairy Tales, IndiaAsia, Folklore and Fairy Tales, India, Intermediate (ages 9-14)

Chain Of Fire

When the villagers of Bophelong are forced to leave their homes, Naledi and her younger brother join in a school demonstration and learn that the South African government treats even children who dissent with brutality. Sequel to Journey to Jo’burg.

Published: 1989, HarperCollins Publishers
Tags: Children, Government, Villages
Categories: AfricaAfrica, FictionAfrica, Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Africa, Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14), South Africa

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Grandpa’s Slippers

Grandma tries to throw away Grandpa’s comfortable old slippers, but he manages to stop her each time. When they finally fall apart he discovers the new slippers aren’t so bad after all.

Published: 1989,
Tags: Monkeys, Trickster figures
Categories: AustraliaAustralia, FictionAustralia, Fiction, OceaniaAustralia, Fiction, Oceania, Primary (ages 6-9)

Grandpa’s Town

A young Japanese boy, worried that his grandfather is lonely, accompanies him to the public bath.

Published: 1991,
Tags: Identity, Self reliance
Categories: AsiaAsia, FictionAsia, Fiction, JapanAsia, Fiction, Japan, Primary (ages 6-9)

Greetings From Sandy Beach

A young girl describes her family’s camping trip at the beach and the new friends they make there.

Published: 1990,
Tags: camping
Categories: AustraliaAustralia, FictionAustralia, Fiction, OceaniaAustralia, Fiction, Oceania, Primary (ages 6-9)

Girl From The Snow Country

Playing in the snow, Mi-chan forms small rabbits using leaves for ears and red berries from the market for eyes.

Published: 1986,
Tags: Family, snow, Winter
Categories: AsiaAsia, FictionAsia, Fiction, JapanAsia, Fiction, Japan, Primary (ages 6-9)

What’s Inside?

Children can peek inside various objects, such as teddy bears and television sets, before discovering what’s inside their mother’s tummy.

Published: 2000,
Tags: Rulers and leaders, Social conditions
Categories: BelgiumBelgium, Early Years (ages 2-6)Belgium, Early Years (ages 2-6), EuropeBelgium, Early Years (ages 2-6), Europe, FictionBelgium, Early Years (ages 2-6), Europe, Fiction, Infant/toddler (ages 0-2)

La Gran Fiesta

Relates how Crow and his friends taught everyone to celebrate Christmas.

Published: 1993,
Tags: Christmas, Friendship, Teamwork, traditions
Categories: AmericasAmericas, Early Years (ages 2-6)Americas, Early Years (ages 2-6), FictionAmericas, Early Years (ages 2-6), Fiction, MexicoAmericas, Early Years (ages 2-6), Fiction, Mexico, Primary (ages 6-9)

Juan Tuza And The Magic Pouch

As a reward for their good deeds and hard work in the Mexican desert, Juan Tuza the prairie dog and Pepe the armadillo receive a magic bag, which produces anything they need.

Published: 1994,
Tags: Animals, Fairies, Pregnancy, Witches
Categories: AmericasAmericas, FantasyAmericas, Fantasy, FictionAmericas, Fantasy, Fiction, MexicoAmericas, Fantasy, Fiction, Mexico, Primary (ages 6-9)

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