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Chinese Children's Favorite Stories is a delightful selection of thirteen Chinese folktales as retold by author and illustrator Mingmei Yip. Inspired by her beloved father's nightly story-telling when she was a child, Yip hopes that by retelling some of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsShort-listed for Massachusetts Children's Book Award 2013.Book InformationISBN 9780061962790Author Thanhh LaiFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint HarperCollins...

Explosive second installment in the Ninja trilogy. Taka has proven his worth as a ninja warrior, but now he must prepare for an attack by the samurai leader Lord Oda. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers of 9+Lord Oda has...

The spectacular sequel to Ajay and the Mumbai Sun, shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize! Ajay's wish has come true at last - he's a news reporter! He and his friends even have their own newspaper: The...

A modern South Asian princess, sparkling writing, lots of humor, and just the right amount of conflict come together for a clever and enchanting friendship story.Rani lives in a luxurious palace full of busy adults, but she's lonely. Being the only...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781368023559Author Roshani ChokshiFormat PaperbackPage Count 400Imprint HyperionPublisher HyperionWeight(grams) 266gDimensions(mm) 192mm * 132mm * 25mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781585369980Author Dow PhumirukFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Sleeping Bear PressPublisher Sleeping Bear PressWeight(grams) 454g

When Haruhi Suzumiya introduces herself to Kyon by asking if he's an alien, time traveler, or psychic, he knows his chances for a normal high school experience are ruined. Bold Haruhi takes a shine to him, and uses the force of her irrepressible...

Here is a bunch of dung-dropping, sweet-stealing, luck-jinxing villains!Four stories about young Prince Veera, who, along with his friend Suku, helps his father, the king, solve some of the problems he is having with his subjects. Trickster tales with...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781602194830Author Nitya KhemkaPage Count 20Imprint Good Night BooksPublisher Our World of BooksWeight(grams) 210gDimensions(mm) 152mm * 152mm * 13mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780698113886Author Ai-Ling LouieFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint PuffinPublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 119gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 203mm * 4mm

A heart-racing tale of courage, loss, friendship and family. From the nation's favourite storyteller, Michael Morpurgo. Escaping from China as the Japanese invade, Ashley and Uncle Sung embark on a perilous journey...

For thousands of years, Chinese storytellers have delighted listeners with stories about the value of virtues like honesty, respect, courage and self-reliance. Chinese Folktales collects nineteen of these fantastic tales, some of them dating back to the...

This beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book tells a story about China's most famous archeological site-the terracotta soldiers of Xi'an.When a special exhibition of terracotta warriors comes to town, Ming and his mother go to see them at...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781602198272Author Adam GamblePage Count 20Imprint Good Night BooksPublisher Our World of Books

From the creators of The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name, winner of the 2022 Children's Book Council of Australia's Award for New IllustratorAmma's Sari is a powerful reflection on connection with family, the acceptance of difference, and the...

Bored with her little brother Pog's childish games, Dindy decides that she's finally grown-up enough for a real adventure. While her mother is sleeping and the servants are busy, she takes Pog deep into the tea gardens, a place they are never supposed to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593529287Author Srividhya VenkatFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint KokilaPublisher Penguin Young ReadersWeight(grams) 420gDimensions(mm) 236mm * 289mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780823455737Author Clar AngkasaFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint Holiday House IncPublisher Holiday House IncWeight(grams) 442gDimensions(mm) 230mm *...

The sweets-loving pink elephant Ganesha and his mouse companion are back! And this time you'll meet Ganesha's family, too, as they race around the world in this adorable companion to the bestselling Ganesha's Sweet Tooth. From the creator of the Pixar...

NOTABLE BOOK: 2022 CBCA Picture Book of the YearSix-year-old Asiya loves to go to Nanu's house. Best among all of Nanu's treasures is the big old chest filled with quilts that tell the stories of the women in Asyia's family.With gorgeous, fresh and...

"Filled with now-familiar favorites, along with lesser known yet equally delightful tales, this enduring collection presents stories to enchant and enlighten young readers." -- School Library JournalFrom singing turtles and flying farmers to a weeping...

The legend of Mulan and her bravery is captured in this beautifully illustrated Chinese children's book.Mulan is a folk story from China's Northern Dynasty (439-589) about the unusual tale of an ordinary girl named Fa Mulan. This book is illustrated...

This colorfully illustrated multicultural Korean children's book presents Korean fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a vibrant literary culture.Korean Children's Favorite Stories is a captivating collection of Korean folktales for...

Get ready to meet Violet Remy-Robinson - an amateur Sherlock Holmes in the making - in the fifth book in this delightful young detective series, perfect for fans of Robin Stevens, Enid Blyton and Anisha, Accidental Detective!'There is a new girl sleuth...

More funny, clever trickster tales from India.Prince Veera's great-uncle, Raja Apoorva, invites the prince and his best friend, Suku, to the summer festival in Peetalpur, where they participate in some of the competitions. Can they make the peahen sing,...

This gift edition features the greatest mythological stories retold by India's favorite author Sudha Murty. Filled with innumerable unusual legends of powerful gods and demons, alluring creatures and feisty women, the books in this collection are packed...

From New York Times bestselling authors Kabir Sehgal and Surishtha Sehgal comes a charming and unique alphabet book celebrating the rich culture, delicious foods, and fascinating animals of India. From C for chai to Y for yoga, this fresh alphabet book...

This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Philippine fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a rich storytelling culture.Filipino Children's Favorite Stories presents thirteen well-loved myths and tales from...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781481420495Author Surishtha SehgalFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Beach Lane BooksPublisher Beach Lane BooksWeight(grams) 476gDimensions(mm) 244mm *...

Book Band: Grey, ideal for ages 8+ An exciting detective story from Chitra Soundar, author of over 50 children's books in the UK, India and the US. Sindhu and Jeet are the best detectives in town: they solve all their cases with a dollop of...

When the moon rises high and the stars twinkle, it is bedtime for the baby animals of the Indian forest. But tonight, when the skies turn dark and the night grows stormy, the little ones can’t sleep. SWISH-SWISH! CRACK-TRACK! FLASH-SNAP! goes the storm...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780312367480Author Arlene MoselFormat PaperbackPage Count 48Imprint St Martin's PressPublisher St Martin's PressWeight(grams) 174gDimensions(mm) 254mm *...

With this Japanese book for children, your whole family can experience the wonder and excitement that these well-loved tales bring to story time. Welcome to a fantastic world populated by mischievous monkeys, a dragon king and a host of other beloved...

Another exciting day with Paati begins with a host of fun activities done in preparation for tonight's party; threading flowers into garlands for decoration, going to the market, and helping her in the kitchen with the scent of sambar in the air. ...

"I can't wait for readers to explore Hong Kong with Holly-Mei. I have no doubt they will love both as much as I did." -Erin Entrada Kelly, 2018 Newbery Medalist and 2021 Newbery HonoreePacked with humor and heart, this debut middle grade series follows a...

Sona Sharma, who lives in India, learns all about school elections, the ups and downs of best friends, and how to choose what matters most in life."Warmly loving and evocative" The GuardianWhen Miss Rao announces that there's going to be an election for...

A treasure trove of Indian animal stories for children to enjoy again and again.These eight individual stories form a magical collection of India's best-loved animal folk tales. Taken from the three books of Indian folk tales - Hitopadesha Tales, Jataka...

This poignant story, about an Afghan refugee child and the family carpet that connects them to home, inspires readers to live and learn in love, not fearWe sip our tea and talk together,Ruby cushions of goose feather.The carpet is for sitting.The Carpet...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsShort-listed for Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award 2013.Book InformationISBN 9780525420682Author Ying Chang CompestineFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint E P...