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The Boy Who Painted Dragons 2 reviews
Demi
Margaret K. McElderry, 2007
Beautiful tale of facing your fears . . .
Thought my 61/2 year old would be too young for this, but it opened up a nice discussion about how Ping faces his fears and reaps amazing and satisfying rewards because he chose to be brave. Amazing illustrations - be sure to only get it in hardback cover. The dragons are beautiful, but may be scary to young children.
Religious Beliefs Note: This is an Asian tale and there are references to ...
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Gandhi 6 reviews
Demi
Margaret K. McElderry, 2001
Mahatma...the Great Soul.....
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was a shy, frightened, and deeply religious child, who even after he married, at thirteen, had to sleep with the lights on. He was a poor student, barely graduating from high school and college. While in London, studying law, he came to realize that he was not happy with all the trappings of wealth, and decided to live a simpler and more self-reliant life. With his ...
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The Hungry Coat: A Tale from Turkey 8 reviews
Demi
Margaret K. McElderry, 2004
The hugry coat
We enjoy reading this book at night time with my 6 year old son. It really makes us laugh imagining literal meaning of the jokes while learning real life lessons. I think my son really enjoys it more than me!
It makes it easy to teach the real life lessons while having real fun.
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One Grain Of Rice: A Mathematical Folktale26 reviews
Demi
Scholastic Press, 1997
Fabulous Tale of Compassion and Courage
This is a fabulous tale of compassion and courage, worth sharing with children and adults alike. Through her intelligence and courage, a young girl helps an entire community. We used it to inspire action on behalf of world hunger. A single grain of rice matters, as does each and every human response to suffering. Solutions are within our grasp. Read it. Share it. Be inspired.
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The Greatest Power1 review
Demi
Margaret K. McElderry, 2004
Delightful for all ages
This book is my first exposure to Demi, now I am hooked and will read all her books to my children who are quite young now but the message and illustrations will last for ages, from preschool to adult. Adults as well will delight in the gorgeous illustrations and deep spiritual message found in the text. A children's book of superb quality with a multicultural, philosophical and spiritual ...
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Demi Lovato - Here We Go Again
Demi Lovato
Hal Leonard Corporation, 2010
The sophomore release from the adored diva of Disney fame debuted atop the Billboard 200. Our matching folio features all 14 tracks: Every Time You Lie * Here We Go Again * Remember December * So Far So Great * Solo * Stop the World * U Got Nothin' on Me * World of Chances * and more, plus four pages of fantastic full-color photos!
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Buddha 4 reviews
Demi
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 1996
A Moving, Great Book!
This book tells the story of Buddha so clearly and precisely that it taught me a lot that I previously didn't know or understand. I am hoping to share this book with my students during the Buddhist New Year in April.
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Muhammad8 reviews
Demi
Margaret K. McElderry, 2003
Outstanding
Firstly, I hope nobody is reading the School Library Journal's shockingly bigoted and unprofessional "review of this book". I am writing directly to the SLJ to let them know how I feel about the "review" above which is not a review at all but a horribly ignorant and bigoted diatribe against Islam, rather than an actual review of this book. It appears that the author of the review simply didn't ...
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Happy, Happy Chinese New Year!3 reviews
DEMI DEMI
Crown Books for Young Readers, 2003
The lively, whimsical drawings are classic Demi
Demi's celebration of Chinese New Year provides a short set of insights on how the Chinese prepare for their celebration from cleaning the home to cooking, preparing for planting, and making ready for a fresh start. The lively, whimsical drawings are classic Demi and provide easy insights into the Chinese New Year's meaning.
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The Empty Pot (An Owlet Book)50 reviews
Demi
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 1996
Retired Librarian
This is one of my most favorite books. I especially love stories that teach a moral lesson and is entertaining. I've read this story to the children in my school. I've also read it to an adult singles class at church when discussing character as an individual and as a parent. Love it...
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The Dalai Lama: Foreword by His Holiness The Dalai Lama3 reviews
Demi
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 1998
Complex story told clearly and with beautiful illustrations
Demi tells a potentially complicated story with clarity and simplicity. The illustrations are beautiful and evocative of the magical land in which the story is set. Where the takeover by Chinese Communist forces is concerned, you may need to fill your child in on some of the political background. Otherwise, the book is very accessible.
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Demi Lovato - Don't Forget (Pvg)1 review
Demi Lovato
Hal Leonard Corporation, 2009
Great item!
Thank you - item as described and in perfect condition. Hoped for faster delivery BUT have a feeling that was due to the way it was ordered and not the fault of this particular seller.
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King Midas: The Golden Touch2 reviews
Demi
Margaret K. McElderry, 2002
King Midas and the Golden Touch
This book is about a king that loves shiny, gold.He loved another thing too. He loved his sweet daughter. One day he walked outside and got his wish granted. He wished that everything that he touched would turn to gold. So,he got his wish and a problem started. My favorite part was when everything King Midas touched turned to gold. Read this book to find out what happened. I think others would ...
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Firebird4 reviews
Demi
Owlet Paperbacks, 2005
The Gullibility of Fat Old Kings ( A Tsar in this case)
A wonderfully crafted tale for grades 1-5. One of Russia's classic folktales again brought to life with Demi's vivid illustrations. Demi is an incredible artistic talent. Each page is a delight.
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The Legend of Lao Tzu and the Tao Te Ching4 reviews
Demi, Lao Tzu
Margaret K. McElderry, 2007
Ancient wisdom that applies to today's materialism
China will displace Germany as the world's third largest economy this year, which makes this beautifully brief book very appropriate as an introduction to the thought and religion of at least one of every five people in China.
Globalisation means need for the wisdom of this book is unfolding every day because of the vast increases in greenhouse gases produced by China, the smog-ridden new ...
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The Girl Who Drew a Phoenix
Demi
Margaret K. McElderry, 2008
One day a young girl named Feng Huang finds a phoenix feather that has fallen from the sky. When she tries to draw the magical bird and share her inspiration, no one is able to tell what it is. Luckily for Feng Huang, the Queen Phoenix sees her troubles and swoops down from the heavens to offer her help. A phoenix's powers are not easily revealed, however, and Feng Huang embarks on a journey of thought, wonder, and self-discovery. Wisdom, Clear ...
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Tutankhamun1 review
Demi
Marshall Cavendish Corp/Ccb, 2009
Stunning Illustrations!!!
My husband brought home this book for our girls last night! I don't know who gets more excited about books, me or the kids!!!! Although it is written for children between the ages of 4-8, I found the text mature but not verbose. However, I do think it's suited for an older child, but a younger one can easily follow along if being read to. Some of the names will prove difficult to pronounce ...
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Marco Polo1 review
Demi
Marshall Cavendish Children's Books, 2008
This gorgeous book about Marco Polo's quest to the far reaches of the world is mesmerizing!
Marco Polo was born in 1254 in the San Severo Parish in Venice, Italy. He didn't meet his father until he was fifteen years old because Niccolo was a trader who went to far away places. In 1271 Marco went along with his father and uncle Maffeo to China on the trip of a lifetime that not only he would remember, but one that would be remembered for centuries to come. Kublai Khan, who was a very ...
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Liang and the Magic Paintbrush (Reading Rainbow Book)4 reviews
Demi
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 1988
A resourceful boy triumphs over evil...
In this lively tale, a poor boy in China who longs to paint is given a magic paintbrush by a mysterious visitor. Suddenly the boy has the power to bring life to things that he paints. Liang uses this gift for good, until he must use his skill to outsmart an evil emperor who wants to use the magic brush for his own greedy purposes. The ending is a bit troublesome- not as completely fair and ...
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The Legend of Saint Nicholas5 reviews
Demi
Margaret K. McElderry, 2003
The History of Bishop Nicholas, now Saint Nicholas and how he became Santa Claus
Sometimes the best way to be more specific about a story beyond saying that it is "wonderful with beautiful pictures" is to quote what it says on the jacket cover that I can confirm from having read the book. I believe that this statement is very accurate - I couldn't have said it better myself: "In THE LEGEND OF SAINT NICHOLAS, Demi describes pivotal events in the history and life of the saint, ...
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