Stories from around the world
THE EARTH SHOOK:
A PERSIAN TALE
illustrated by Gabi Swiatkowska
2009 Hyperion Books
ISBN 978-1-4231-0448-3
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selected for the Society of Illustrators Original Art Show 2009
MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW:
... beautiful modern children's fable ... a mystical quest to discover, or to remember what it means to be human. ...unforgettable experience for all the children lucky enough to read or have it read to them.
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KIRKUS:
... A gorgeous , discussion-provoking read-aloud.
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For a description of Donna Jo's visit to Iran in 2005, click here.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY:
...this resonant book from the creators of Albert follows a grain of sand’s metamorphosis into a pearl. Napoli’s lyrical narrative imbues the tiny grain with emotions.
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BOOKLIST:
... story of discovering self-worth...a thoughtful reminder that everything matters.
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A SINGLE PEARL
illustrated by Jim LaMarche
2013 Hyperion
ISBN 978-142314557-8
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in Spanish (Ediciones Obelisco, Barcelona, ISBN 978-84-16117-01-7)
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY:
Teased by the other children because of his tremendous size, Nico saves the town against an invading army.
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THE HERO OF BARLETTA
illustrated by Dana Gustafson
1988 Carolrhoda Books
ISBN 0-87614-277-3
(pb 1992 Dell)
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY:
... decorative dots and swirls of indigenous Australian art... A useful introduction to a radically different culture...
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READY TO DREAM
coauthored with Elena Furrow
illustrated by Bronwyn Bancroft
2009 Bloomsbury USA
ISBN 978-1-59990-049-0