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THAILAND
For Kids
Asian Children's Favorite Stories
• Patrick Yee
• Liana Romulo
• Joan Suyenaga
• Kay Lyons
• Marian Davies Toth
• David Conger
LITERATURE •
2006 •
HARD COVER
• 112 PAGES
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
Subtitled "A treasury of folktales from China, Japan, Korea, India, The Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia," this is a wonderful collection of 13 traditional stories. These multicultural tales just might become your new favorite bedtime reading.
(ASA56, $31.95) |
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Buddha Stories
• Demi
RELIGION •
1997 •
HARD COVER
• 32 PAGES
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
Intended for ages 4 to 8, this book tells 10 of the author's favorite "jakatas," or moral tales of the Buddha. She has sumptuously illustrated the volume in gold printed on deep, dark blue (in the tradition of an ancient Buddhist text). Gorgeous (at least in very good light!), and a compelling introduction to Buddhism for children.
(ASA16, $23.99) |
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The Life of Rice, From Seedling to Supper
• Richard Sobol
CULTURAL PORTRAIT •
2010 •
HARD COVER
• 40 PAGES
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
Writer and photographer Sobol depicts the importance of rice to the Thai people, who eat sticky rice with their hands and celebrate six rice-related holidays each year. Geared toward ages 6-7.
(TLD98, $17.99) |
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The Story of Silk, From Worm Spit to Woven Scarves
• Richard Sobol
CULTURAL PORTRAIT •
2012 •
HARD COVER
• 48 PAGES
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
• COMING IN SEPTEMBER
A how things are made book for readers ages 7-10 about silk. Sobol details the whole process from worms to the finished product, as well as the cultural and historical significance of silk to Thailand. Includes color photos and maps.
(TLD107, $17.99) |
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Buddha
• Demi
RELIGION •
1996 •
HARD COVER
• 48 PAGES
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
Beautiful, intricately detailed, full-color illustrations make this life of the Buddha an excellent choice for children. Demi tells the story of the sheltered upbringing of Indian prince Siddhartha, his first encounter with death and human suffering, and his subsequent search for enlightenment. Intended for children age 7-10.
(ASA17, $21.99) |
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