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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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The Deliverance of Dancing Bears

A poor man spends all his money to free two mistreated dancing bears, and in doing so reminds the onlookers that the dignity of all living creatures must be respected.

Published: 2003,
Tags: Bears, caring, freedom, respect
Categories: FictionFiction, Middle EastFiction, Middle East, Picture BookFiction, Middle East, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9)Fiction, Middle East, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), Turkey

The Stars in My Geddoh’s Sky

Alex’s Arabic-speaking grandfather comes to visit the United States, and Alex learns about his grandfather’s Middle Eastern homeland.

Published: 1999,
Tags: Bears, Rulers and leaders
Categories: EgyptEgypt, FictionEgypt, Fiction, Primary (ages 6-9)

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Teenage Refugees From Russia Speak Out

Introduces the history and political situation in Russia, and presents a variety of young refugees, who describe the reasons why they had to leave, their travels as refugees, and their experiences adjusting to a new country.

Published: 1995,
Tags: Bears
Categories: EuropeEurope, NonfictionEurope, Nonfiction, RussiaEurope, Nonfiction, Russia, Young Adult (ages 14-18)

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)

The Girl With The Broken Wing

Twins James and Amanda are baffled as to why a girl with a broken wing shows up outside their attic window one night, demanding to be let in and then not leaving except to cause trouble, until one day her purpose becomes clear.

Published: 2005,
Tags: Arctic, Bears, Dragons
Categories: England (UK)England (UK), EuropeEngland (UK), Europe, FictionEngland (UK), Europe, Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14)

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