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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
College of Education
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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Naomi And The Secret Message

When Naomi and Mrs. Lumbago discover a mirror among the coins hidden by the late Mr. Lumbago, they notice that it changes the reflected image of the person looking into it, and find a cryptic message engraved on its back.

Published: 2004,
Tags: Holocaust, Personal narrative, World War II
Categories: AmericasAmericas, CanadaAmericas, Canada, Mystery and ThrillerAmericas, Canada, Mystery and Thriller, Primary (ages 6-9)

Domenic’s War: A Story Of The Battle Of Monte Cassino

In 1944, one of the most brutal battles of World War II is fought between Monte Cassino and a Benedicitne monastery, and Domenic and his family who live there become caught in the crossfire as they hide two escaped prisoners-of-war.

Published: 2006,
Tags: Flowers, Gifts
Categories: EuropeEurope, Historical FictionEurope, Historical Fiction, ItalyEurope, Historical Fiction, Italy, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

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)

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A polar bear cub and a young photographer wander away from the safety of their mothers and have parallel adventures, eventually meeting face to face.

Published: 2003,
Tags: Adventures, Noses
Categories: AmericasAmericas, CanadaAmericas, Canada, FictionAmericas, Canada, Fiction, Primary (ages 6-9)

Kobzar’s Children: A Century Of Stories By Ukrainians

An anthology of stories and poems that chronicle the lives and struggles of Ukrainian immigrants during the past century.

Published: 2006,
Tags: immigration and emigration, Law Enforcement
Categories: AmericasAmericas, CanadaAmericas, Canada, NonfictionAmericas, Canada, Nonfiction, UkraineAmericas, Canada, Nonfiction, Ukraine, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

Playing Beatie Bow

Disturbed that her mother could welcome back her unfaithful father, Abigail Kirk undergoes a mysterious voyage to nineteenth-century Australia, where her experiences help her to understand the power of love and to accept her father.

Published: 1980,
Tags: Adventure, families, Space and time, Time travel
Categories: AustraliaAustralia, FantasyAustralia, Fantasy, FictionAustralia, Fantasy, Fiction, OceaniaAustralia, Fantasy, Fiction, Oceania, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

A History of the Romani People

This book discusses the origin of the Romani people and language; their marriage, birth, and death customs; and their past and current status in society.

Published: 2005,
Tags: Culture, custom, Romanies, social life and custom
Categories: Intermediate (ages 9-14)Intermediate (ages 9-14), InternationalIntermediate (ages 9-14), International, Nonfiction

Children Of Vietnam

Introduces the history, geography, and culture of Vietnam through the daily lives of children who live there.

Published: 1997,
Tags: Foolish figures
Categories: AsiaAsia, Intermediate (ages 9-14)Asia, Intermediate (ages 9-14), NonfictionAsia, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Nonfiction, Vietnam

The Girl And The Elephant

A girl becomes good friends with the elephant she visits at the zoo, and when he returns to Africa, she wonders if she will ever see him again.

Published: 2004,
Tags: Humor
Categories: Early Years (ages 2-6)Early Years (ages 2-6), EuropeEarly Years (ages 2-6), Europe, FictionEarly Years (ages 2-6), Europe, Fiction, NetherlandsEarly Years (ages 2-6), Europe, Fiction, Netherlands, Picture Book

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Mirror Of Fire And Dreaming

Twelve-year-old Anand continues his studies to become a full-fledged member of The Brotherhood of the Conch in this sequel, journeying back to Moghul times, where he encounters powerful sorcerers, spoiled princes, noble warriors, and evil jinns.

Published: 2005,
Tags: Immigrants
Categories: AsiaAsia, Historical FictionAsia, Historical Fiction, IndiaAsia, Historical Fiction, India, Intermediate (ages 9-14)

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