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WOW is committed to creating an international network of people who share the vision of bringing books and children together, thereby opening windows on the world. We encourage thoughtful dialogue around international literature so that children can reflect on their own cultural experience and connect to the experience of others across the globe.

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Tucson, AZ 85721
Phone: (520) 621-9340
email: wow@email.arizona.edu
Open Reading Hours: Monday through Friday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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The Fabulous Firework Family

Because they make the best fireworks in their Mexican village, Pepito and his sister Amelia and their parents are asked to create a grand firework castle to honor their village’s patron saint, but a clever pickpocket threatens to ruin the celebration

Published: 1994,
Tags: Bears, Friendship
Categories: AmericasAmericas, FictionAmericas, Fiction, MexicoAmericas, Fiction, Mexico, Primary (ages 6-9)

In Ned’s Head

Eleven-year-old Ned, who prefers the name Treb, uses his diary to record his wild thoughts about romance, school, and the rest of his eventful life.

Published: 2001,
Tags: Diary, Emotion and feelings, Young adult
Categories: EuropeEurope, FictionEurope, Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Europe, Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Sweden

The Conch Bearer

In India, a healer invites twelve-year-old Anand to join him on a quest to return a magical conch to its safe and rightful home many hundreds of miles away, high in the Himalayan mountains.

Published: 2003,
Tags: Compassion and kindness, Concentration camps, War and conflict
Categories: AsiaAsia, Historical FictionAsia, Historical Fiction, IndiaAsia, Historical Fiction, India, Intermediate (ages 9-14)

Miko “It Was Me, Mom!”

After breaking his mother’s favorite vase, Miko tries to conceal his involvement but is relieved when his toy animal Mimiki tells Mom the truth.

Published: 2005,
Tags: Honesty, Mother and child, mouse, toy, truth
Categories: Early Years (ages 2-6)Early Years (ages 2-6), EuropeEarly Years (ages 2-6), Europe, FantasyEarly Years (ages 2-6), Europe, Fantasy, GermanyEarly Years (ages 2-6), Europe, Fantasy, Germany, Picture Book

Coram Boy

In the mid-eighteenth century, an unsavory character and his simpleton son become involved in the lives of a wealthy English family when that family’s eldest son is disinherited because of his love of music.

Published: 2000,
Tags: Family life
Categories: England (UK)England (UK), EuropeEngland (UK), Europe, FictionEngland (UK), Europe, Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

Portugal

Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion and culture of Portugal. Also written by Angeline Koh.

Published: 2006,
Tags: World Cultures
Categories: EuropeEurope, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Europe, Intermediate (ages 9-14), NonfictionEurope, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction, Portugal

Whatever

Billy, unimpressed with everything his father does with him, always responds ‘whatever,’ until the world’s ‘hungriest’ tiger comes along and gets his attention.

Published: 2005,
Tags: Friendship, Loneliness
Categories: England (UK)England (UK), EuropeEngland (UK), Europe, FictionEngland (UK), Europe, Fiction, Primary (ages 6-9)

You and Me Together: Moms, Dads, and Kids Around The World

From a festival in India to a bus in Germany, from a park in China to a campfire in Australia, loving moms, dads, and kids share their lives.

Published: 2005, National Geographic
Tags: Culture, diversities, families, Love, relationships
Categories: Concept BookConcept Book, Early Years (ages 2-6)Concept Book, Early Years (ages 2-6), International

Snow, Fire, Sword

In the mythical, Indonesia-like country of Jayangan, a village girl and an apprentice sword-maker embark on a magical journey to defeat a hidden evil that threatens their land.

Published: 2004,
Tags: Heroes
Categories: AsiaAsia, FantasyAsia, Fantasy, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

Flying Feet: A Story Of Irish Dance

Based on a true tale, two master dancers compete for the chance to teach the people of Ballyconneely, Ireland, how to dance.

Published: 2005,
Tags: Christianity, Family problems
Categories: EuropeEurope, FictionEurope, Fiction, IrelandEurope, Fiction, Ireland, Primary (ages 6-9)

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