A great book to teach about ramen, a popular food, and intergenerational wisdom, cultural heritage, perseverance, acceptance of imperfection, and the A great book to teach about ramen, a popular food, and intergenerational wisdom, cultural heritage, perseverance, acceptance of imperfection, and the power of "not yet". ...more
Written from the perspective of the Subway, this book features a busy and lively place in a subway cart where strangers come and go with their storiesWritten from the perspective of the Subway, this book features a busy and lively place in a subway cart where strangers come and go with their stories and experiences, young and old, a father and a grandmother, boy and girl, making their living and living their peaceful lives in South Korea. ...more
A young boy travels with his mother to her hometown to her childhood memories. All new immigrants can resonate so much with this book, though the storA young boy travels with his mother to her hometown to her childhood memories. All new immigrants can resonate so much with this book, though the story is set in Seoul, South Korea. ...more
What are all the things we can do with an umbrella? The book features communal cultural values in this African village, where people of all ages shareWhat are all the things we can do with an umbrella? The book features communal cultural values in this African village, where people of all ages share available resources without claiming private ownership of the umbrella. This book reminds me so much about the Ubuntu philosophy in Africa. Do we really need a lawn mower or a snowblower in every household in our community? Do we really need a lawn at all? The values are the real treasures of this African village. Can you find them? This could be a good book to lead philosophical discussions with children....more
Lupita spots a monarch butterfly with Uncle Urbano, who told her that butterflies carry the souls of the dead ones back before the Day of the Dead. A Lupita spots a monarch butterfly with Uncle Urbano, who told her that butterflies carry the souls of the dead ones back before the Day of the Dead. A unique celebration in Mexico, the holiday is to treasure, honor, and remember the dead people. This book tells a touching story about the Day of the Dead, migration of monarch butterflies, and the Mexican way of remembering and celebrating dead family members and friends....more
Bina creatively created bracelets with colorful beads and mathematical patterns for her three brothers for Raksha Bandhan.
I added this book to my colBina creatively created bracelets with colorful beads and mathematical patterns for her three brothers for Raksha Bandhan.
I added this book to my collection of books on cultural universal - childhood and family living. I enjoy learning about Raksha Bandhan, a special holiday for brothers and sisters in the Hindu culture to celebrate bonds between siblings with love and support for one another. The holiday usually falls in August, following the Hindu lunar calendar. Sisters usually give their brothers bracelets for protection, and brothers give sisters small gifts in return. ...more
This book tells more than a love story of a Japanese schoolgirl and an American sailor. As the girl learns how to eat with knife and fork, the AmericaThis book tells more than a love story of a Japanese schoolgirl and an American sailor. As the girl learns how to eat with knife and fork, the American young man struggles with chopsticks. As they make every effort to learn to eat in appropriate cultural way for the other, they hearts draw close. Intercultural and interracial marriages out of love make people respect, appreciate, and accept differences, which should never divide or separate us. ...more
As a Japanese boy recovers from a cold, his mother prepares his first celebration of Christmas by folding origami cranes to decorate a small pine treeAs a Japanese boy recovers from a cold, his mother prepares his first celebration of Christmas by folding origami cranes to decorate a small pine tree. Sharing her childhood experiences at Christmas, readers could delve in and out of the best blend of two cultures. As we migrate around the world, traditions, ideas, and beliefs travel with us and enrich our lives in amazing ways. I am a fan of Allen Say's work and enjoy the water-color illustrations of Japanese culture in this book. ...more
The family trip to Havana is filled with nostalgia about a pre-1959 Cuba and admiration for people who fought against poverty with tenacity, perseveraThe family trip to Havana is filled with nostalgia about a pre-1959 Cuba and admiration for people who fought against poverty with tenacity, perseverance, ingenuity, and hope. ...more
Nothing is more perfect than reading this book on a snowy day, like today (-: This story features a boy and his grandfather sharing stories and memoriNothing is more perfect than reading this book on a snowy day, like today (-: This story features a boy and his grandfather sharing stories and memories on a rainy day in Uganda, Africa. It is the first book I have ever read about Uganda, an unfamiliar country, but the intergenerational love and cultural universal bonding between children and their grandparents are not in the least new. Africa, a continent with 54 UN-recognized countries, offers a world of wonders, adventures, and simply beautiful stories that are yet to be heard. ...more
Amalia Hernandez, (1917 to 2000) Mexican folklore dancer and choreographer, pursued her dream of becoming a ballerina with determination and tenacity.Amalia Hernandez, (1917 to 2000) Mexican folklore dancer and choreographer, pursued her dream of becoming a ballerina with determination and tenacity. She combined ballet, modern dance, and folk danza to create new forms of art to represent indigenous history of her country and dazzle the world with a diverse repertoire of dances. Her abilities to dance, manage her dance troupe, coordinate overseas performances, conduct a dance school, and promote Mexican traditions and history inspire everyone to pursue their dream with passion. ...more
At a market in Sarajevo, a boy manages his flower stand after his dad left to fight in the war. An unexpected bombing killed 22 people and left the ciAt a market in Sarajevo, a boy manages his flower stand after his dad left to fight in the war. An unexpected bombing killed 22 people and left the city in grief. A musician from a nearby orchestra started playing his cello every day for 22 days to commemorate each life killed in the accident. A real story, this book reminds us that each of us has the capacity to find the beauty and kindness within ourselves when violence and hatred seek to destroy and control the world. ...more
An amazing mathematical folktale from India describes how Rani outsmarted Raja, who thought he was a fair and wise ruler of the land. Rani asks for juAn amazing mathematical folktale from India describes how Rani outsmarted Raja, who thought he was a fair and wise ruler of the land. Rani asks for just one grain of rice on the first day, and then doubled the number of grains of rice every day for 30 days. Soon, the Raja understood the power of doubling and promised to be a real wise and fair ruler of the land. ...more
War left her city deserted, but Zoe was able to draw a map of her hometown where each place is connected with good memories. The map she drew could beWar left her city deserted, but Zoe was able to draw a map of her hometown where each place is connected with good memories. The map she drew could be everyone's hometown, and we all have to move away from our hometown sometimes in life. The map helps us always remember a place with fond memories. ...more
Abuela and Nina share great moments by doing simply things together. Abuela wants to save money to buy Nina a special gift, but economic changes breakAbuela and Nina share great moments by doing simply things together. Abuela wants to save money to buy Nina a special gift, but economic changes breaks her dream. Their relationship is as strong. It's a good book to share with children that things could change, but the loving relationship persists. ...more
The theme of grandparents and children resonates with everyone. This one is about a granddauther whose grandmother passed away after they shared wondeThe theme of grandparents and children resonates with everyone. This one is about a granddauther whose grandmother passed away after they shared wonderful moments together in the United States. Reading this book brings tears to my eyes. My father, my daughter's grandfather, passed away 11 years ago. He helped take care of my daughter when she was little. The stories in this book remind me so much about the memorable experiences of my daughter with her grandfather. ...more
Pablo lives in Chile, whose father works in a copper mine. Pablo lives in New York City, and comes from Guyana. Altogether there are seven Pablos fromPablo lives in Chile, whose father works in a copper mine. Pablo lives in New York City, and comes from Guyana. Altogether there are seven Pablos from different South American countries (Chile, Ecuador, Argentina, Mexico, Guyana, Peru, and Brazil. We are, in many ways, all Pablos, with needs to meet and humanity in our hearts. Their challenges are ours and ours theirs. ...more
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