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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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International Collection of Children's and Adolescent Literature
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University of Arizona

1430 East Second Street
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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Bilby Moon

After watching the moon get smaller and smaller, Little Bilby goes on a quest searching for the missing pieces of the moon, asking everyone she meets for their help.

Published: 2000,
Tags: Customs and practices, Social life and customs
Categories: AustraliaAustralia, FictionAustralia, Fiction, OceaniaAustralia, Fiction, Oceania, Primary (ages 6-9)

Superteam

The new soccer season is here, and Harvey has spent his entire life savings on a pair of Armadillo Aces– the best cleats money can buy! Everything seems great until Professor Gertie accidentally destroys the cleats while testing her newest invention

Published: 2004,
Tags: Rainforests
Categories: AustraliaAustralia, FictionAustralia, Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Australia, Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Oceania

Little Pear And His Friends

Six-year-old Little Pear has many adventures with Big Head and his other friends in his village in China.

Published: 2005,
Tags: Adventure, Friendship, Villages
Categories: AsiaAsia, ChinaAsia, China, FictionAsia, China, Fiction, Primary (ages 6-9)

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