An introduction to the history, geography, and culture of China through brief descriptions of the day-to-day lives of a variety of children.
The Children of China
Primary (ages 6-9)
Material appropriate for primary age groups
In Search Of The Spirit
Describes the creations of some of Japan’s Living National Treasures, artists who are involved in various Japanese arts, including Yuzen dyeing, bamboo basket weaving, Bunraku puppetmaking, swordmaking, Noh theater, and neriage ceramics.
Judge Rabbit And The Tree Spirit: A Folktale From Cambodia/Bilingual In English And Khmer
Judge Rabbit solves the problem of a mischievous tree spirit who has taken on human form.
Fa Mulan: The Story Of A Woman Warrior
A retelling of the original Chinese poem in which a brave young girl masquerades as a boy and fights the Tartars in the Khan’s army.
Nine-In-One, Grr! Grr!: A Folktale From The Hmong People Of Laos
When the great god Shao promises Tiger nine cubs each year, Bird comes up with a clever trick to prevent the land from being overrun by tigers.
Leaving For America
The author recalls her early years in a small Jewish town in western Russia and the last days there as she and her mother prepare to join her father in the United States.
The Brothers’ Promise
When the brothers Yankel and Josef keep their promise to their dying father by sharing with one another, they cause the angels in heaven to weep with joy. A retelling of a story found in the Talmud.
A Piece Of Home
Gregor decides to take his special blanket when his family leaves Russia to live in America, but he worries about his choice all during the journey.
Baba Yaga And The Wise Doll
A memorable Russian fairy tale about a little girl who, with the advice of her wise doll, escapes a truly terrifying witch and her slimy, child-gobbling toads.
Once There Was A Tree
An old stump attracts many living creatures, even man, and when it is gone, a new tree attracts the same creatures, who need it for a variety of reasons.