A Dog Named Haku

A Dog Named Haku
Author: Margarita Engle
Publisher: Millbrook Press TM
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2022-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1728466385

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! It's the Festival of Lights in Nepal, and today is the day to honor dogs! Brothers Alu and Bhalu wander the streets of Kathmandu, passing by twirling kites and bamboo swings, looking for a dog to feed. But as night falls, their task begins to feel hopeless, until they spot a small black dog who is in need of a friend. This sweet story presents an important Hindu holiday through the eyes of two young boys, making it relatable for both those familiar with the holiday and those reading about it for the first time.

A Dog Named Haku

A Dog Named Haku
Author: Margarita Engle
Publisher: Millbrook Press (Tm)
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2018
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1512432059

During a Hindu festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, brothers Alu and Bhalu search for a dog they can honor with food and gratitude. Includes glossary of Nepali words and suggested activities.

Chandra's Magic Light

Chandra's Magic Light
Author: Theresa Heine
Publisher: Barefoot Books
Total Pages: 43
Release: 2018-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 178285472X

A heartwarming story set in Nepal of two resourceful sisters who bring the safety of solar-powered light to their family. This lyrical tale is brought to life with luminous acrylic artwork, and comes complete with seven pages of endnotes, including an illustrated map of Nepal, notes on Nepali daily life and instructions for making a pizza box solar oven.

The Bravest Knight Who Ever Lived

The Bravest Knight Who Ever Lived
Author: Daniel Errico
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2019-04-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9780764356902

Knights, dragons, and princesses are the things all good fairytales are made of, but what happens when the tale has a modern day ending? Follow Cedric on his journey from his days on a humble pumpkin farm to the adventures that lead him to become a full-fledged knight. Once a knight, discover how he uses his cleverness and courage to vanquish a fire-breathing dragon and rescue a beautiful prince and princess. It is only then does Sir Cedric face his most difficult challenge. Will he follow his heart, and prove that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is choose for yourself how your fairytale ends?

Kūhaku & Other Accounts from Japan

Kūhaku & Other Accounts from Japan
Author: Bruce Rutledge
Publisher: Chin Music Press
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2004
Genre: Japan
ISBN: 9780974199504

Sixteen stories and essays by different writers destroy the many stereotypes about Japan.

Lala's Words

Lala's Words
Author: Gracey Zhang
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2021-07-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338783548

Winner of the 2022 Ezra Jack Keats Illustrator Award! From debut author-illustrator Gracey Zhang comes a timeless and timely picture book that celebrates the unassuming power of kind words. Oh, there goes Lala! She carries a pot of water around the corner, down the block, and over the fence, to a patch of dirt and concrete where tiny weeds sprout. "Hello, hello, friends!" she whispers. Lala waters the plants every day, but it is her kind words that make them sway and nod. Lala's wild nature and quiet compassion enchant in this evergreen story about the power of kind words and the magic of being loved for who you are.

My Beijing

My Beijing
Author: Nie Jun
Publisher: Graphic Universe& 8482
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2018
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1512445908

"Four short stories set in a hutong, or residential alleyway, of Beijing, China. Yu'er, her grandfather, and their eccentric neighbors experience the magic of everyday life."--

The Magic of Melwick Orchard

The Magic of Melwick Orchard
Author: Rebecca Caprara
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books ®
Total Pages: 259
Release: 2018-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1541530918

After more moves than they can count, Isa's family finally puts down roots. People in town are afraid of the abandoned orchard behind their home, but Isa and her sister Junie are happy to have acres of land to explore. But when Junie gets sick, Isa's mom falls into a depression, and medical bills force Isa's dad to work more. No one notices that Isa's clothes are falling apart and her stomach is empty. Out of frustration, Isa buries her out-grown sneakers in the orchard. The next day a sapling sprouts buds that bloom to reveal new shoes. Can Isa use this magical tree to save her family?

Animal Stars

Animal Stars
Author: Robin Ganzert, PhD
Publisher: New World Library
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2014-09-15
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1608682633

When cameras roll and directors call, “Action,” some of the most dependable, funniest, and most enthusiastic actors stand poised on four legs, with ears alert. From Joey in War Horse to the wolves in Game of Thrones, what we see on screen is the result of meticulous preparation and professional teamwork. The eye-popping, heartwarming stories in these pages reveal the trainers, actors, directors, and, of course, dogs, cats, horses, penguins, deer, and other animals in all their behind-the-scenes glory. You’ll discover that some animal actors have diva tendencies and others have rags-to-riches backstories. American Humane Association certified animal safety representatives work carefully to ensure that no animals are harmed, as they have been doing for decades. Animal stars have done it all — convinced us to eat more tacos, broken our hearts in war dramas, inspired us with enduring love and loyalty, kept us at the edge of our seats as they snarled in the shadows, mirrored human antics to make us roar with laughter, and, like Uggie (from The Artist), stolen the show on the red carpet. Who besides a monkey named Crystal could impress a brilliant comedian like Robin Williams in Night at the Museum? And animal stars will work for food, including only KFC original recipe for Casey the bear — no other fried chicken will do! These charming and sometimes hilarious stories will give you a new appreciation for the skill and patience it takes to teach nonhuman actors to perform on camera. Training tips from the pros and personal recollections of celebrities such as Julia Roberts, Hailee Steinfeld, and Steven Spielberg make this insider’s look at the lives and work of these incomparable stars as irresistible as the animals themselves. A portion of the publisher’s proceeds from this book will aid American Humane Association.