The questions, discussion topics, and author biography that follow are intended to enhance your group's reading of Ha Jin's debut collection of short fiction, OceanofWords .
"Within the revolution, everything; against the revolution, nothing." This was the catchphrase of the historic 1961 meeting of Cuban artists and intellectuals when Fidel Castro made his famous address
Bath time is a magical experience with this bold bath book! Be amazed as the beautiful artwork comes to life when brushed with water, revealing a world of color.Make bath time magical with this stylis
Fish. Poisson. Pez. In this delightful board book, explore wordsof the world and learn the names of a variety of colorful ocean animals in the six most widely spoken languages.Curious minds will love
The first edition was published in 1979 (Clarkson N. Potter). Chronicles the fun place by the sea in words and photos. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
A gorgeously written, hopeful middle grade novel in verse about a young girl who must leave Syria to move to the United States, perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Aisha Saeed.Jude never thought she’d be leaving her beloved older brother and father behind, all the way across the ocean in Syria. But when things in her hometown start becoming volatile, Jude and her mother are sent to live in Cincinnati with relatives.At first, everything in America seems too fast and too loud. The American movies that Jude has always loved haven’t quite prepared her for starting school in the US—and her new label of “Middle Eastern,” an identity she’s never known before.But this life also brings unexpected surprises—there are new friends, a whole new family, and a school musical that Jude might just try out for. Maybe America, too, is a place where Jude can be seen as she really is.This lyrical, life-affirming story is about losing and finding home and, most importantly, finding yourself.
A visual exploration of the ebbs and flows of the world's seas along its shores, accessibly revealed in words and illustrations from William Thomson. Tide is the vertical motion of water, something s
Already a bestseller with more than 100,000 copies sold, Adams' comforting words are now accompanied by D. Morgan's exquisite watercolors that summon the very sounds and scents of the ocean. Wordsof
Although we live in an oceanofwords, we rarely acknowledge their power to uplift or put down, to inspire or discourage, to help or hurt. But in this jewel of a book, Hal Urban -- parent, award-winn
In this modern-day fable about grief, diversity, and family connections, a young girl discovers the joys--and pain--of the creative process. Eisha lives with her mother, a ceramic artist, who helps her make a special shape out of a piece of clay. The shape reminds Eisha of her father, of the ocean, of a lemon. As Eisha goes through her neighborhood doing errands with her mother, the piece of clay hardens and then shatters into pieces when Eisha taps it. In poignant and powerful words and pictures, Kenesha Sneed shows how Eisha learns to live with the sense of loss and of the joyful power of making something new out of what is left behind. Illustrated with Sneed's bold colors, graphic lines, and gestural textures, the book celebrates diversity and shares a gentle message that we all have the ability to heal and create.
Little Turtle is on an undersea adventure! Dive and drift with Little Turtle to meet all sorts of fantastic fish and marvelous mammals.Packed with Yuval Zommer's gorgeous illustrations, tons of creatures to spot, and fun words to read out loud, this chunky board book is perfect for any child who loves the sea.Ten kinds of marine life are spotlighted on Little Turtle's ocean journey. This reimagining of the best-selling The Big Book of the Blue for the youngest readers is designed to instill a love and curiosity for the natural world and the varied and vulnerable creatures that live in it.
#1 New York Times Bestselling author Brandon Sanderson brings us deeper into the Cosmere Universe with a standalone adventure that will appeal to fans of The Princess Bride.The only life Tress has known on her island home in an emerald-green ocean has been a simple one, with the simple pleasures of collecting cups brought by sailors from faraway lands and listening to stories told by her friend Charlie. But when his father takes him on a voyage to find a bride and disaster strikes, Tress must stow away on a ship and seek the Sorceress of the deadly Midnight Sea. Amid the spore oceans where pirates abound, can Tress leave her simple life behind and make her own place sailing a sea where a single drop of water can mean instant death?******Praise for Brandon Sanderson"Epic in every sense." -The Guardian on The Way of Kings"Brandon Sanderson's reputation is finally as big as his novels." -The New York Times on Wordsof Radiance"If you're a fan of fantasy and haven't read the Mistborn trilo
Abuelo, the Sea, and Me is a tender, heartwarming picture book that vividly explores intergenerational connections, family history, and the immigrant experience. When this grandchild visits her abuelo, he takes her to the ocean. In summer, they kick off their shoes and let the cool waves tickle their toes. In winter, they stand on the cliff and let the sea spray prick their noses and cheeks. No matter the season, hot or cold, their favorite place to spend time together is the beach. It's here that Abuelo is able to open up about his youth in Havana, Cuba. As they walk along the sand, he recalls the tastes, sounds, and smells of his childhood. And with his words, Cuba comes alive for his grandchild.
A little sail boat casts out its line to catch a fish in a busy, healthy ocean, but when a big, smoking trawler reels out its mighty net, will any of the fish escape? Does the little sail boat make th
Set your Kindergarten or First Grade child on the path to reading success with this playful, full-color set of 10 readers (Guided Reading Levels A and B). This boxed set includes 10 brand-new stories written by Todd Parr and educational expert Liza Charlesworth. Using Todd’s signature silliness and bold colors, this boxed set has been carefully crafted to be the perfect learning tool for new readers. These books are so much fun that your child will delight in reading them with you and-–in short order—to you. This set maximizes reading growth and boosts early comprehension by featuring:-must-know sight words -repetitive, “predictable” text-short sentences-pictures clues-vibrant illustrations Includes:-5 Level A stories: Great Hair!, Be Kind to Animals, Pig and Dog, We Can Share, and See the Baby-5 Level B stories: Super Stars!, I Love Colors!, Good Night, Farm, Funny Foods, and Ocean Count-A parent guide with tips for before, during, and after reading-A sturdy case
