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CULTURAL FICTION - NORTH & SOUTH AMERICA
The Songs My Paddle Sings: Native American Legends (James Riordan) $6 HBDJ EC (Ex lib) This collection of 20 legends from Native American traditions includes creation myths, cautionary stories, and hero tales. Riordan collected the stories while travelling across North America and has each three-to five-page story is identified by tribal source and geographic location. Contributed by Michael Foreman, the richly coloured illustrations, in various sizes, enliven the stories with strong visual images. Has a glossary. 9+ http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/6205924/used/The%20Songs%20My%20Paddle%20Sings:%20Native%20American%20Legend
Salt Boy (Mary Perrine) $6 HBDJ VGC (Dustjacket a little bumped at edges) When danger to the sheep leaves no alternative, a young Navajo boy breaks his promise to his father and is rewarded for his courage and good judgment. Great scenes of modern Indian lifestyle and the deserts of America. 6-10 YO http://cgi.ebay.com/Salt-Boy-by-Mary-Perrine-Hard-Back-Dust-Jacket_W0QQitemZ320192479450QQihZ011QQcategoryZ279QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
The Legend Of The Cranberry: A Paleo-Indian Tale (Ellin Greene) $4 HB DJ VGC (Ex lib) A moving Delaware Indian legend tells how the Great Spirit gave the gift of the cranberry to his People. Ellin Greene's dramatic retelling. with glowing paintings by Brad Sneed, captures all the simple power of this legend. An author's note provides historical and scientific background for this tale set in the Ice Age. Full-colour illustrations. 5-9 YO http://www.amazon.com/Legend-Cranberry-Paleo-Indian-Tale/dp/0671759752
The Birth Of Nanabosho (Joseph McLellan) $4 PB EC The traditional oral legend describing the birth of the Ojibwa trickster and protector. With a practiced storytelling technique, the author weaves the legend into the contemporary story he is also telling. In this story, two children visit their grandparents to hear legends and stories. But first they must help with the chores after supper, and having done that, the legend of how Nanabosho was born in this world begins. 6-10 YO http://www.joemclellan.ca/books.htm
Little Burnt-Face (K. Lock) $6 PB BRAND NEW Two scheming sisters treat their youngest sister as a servant, even forcing her to tend the fire until her face is scarred by sparks. A traditional tale, a parallel to Cinderella, from the Micmac people of North America. Gorgeously illustrated in colour throughout. NOTABLE AUSTRALIAN CHILDREN’S BOOK http://books.google.com.au/books?hl=en&id=FQGJpDBdGA0C&dq=1863740791&printsec=frontcover&source=web&ots=hu_4YQLYv1&sig=pN4_eb__HHyej277_a4Y1LdiooY
Coming Of Age: The Hopi Way (Louise Monjo) $3 PB GC The story of an Indian Hopi tribe’s boy and his coming-of-age ceremony that he must endure. A good insight into the culture and beliefs of the American Indian. 8-11 YO http://cgi.ebay.com/Coming-Of-Age-The-Hopi-Way-By-Louise-Monjo_W0QQitemZ320153495380QQihZ011QQcategoryZ279QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1713.m153.l1262#ebayphotohosting
The Legend Of The Poinsettia (Tomie dePaola) $5 PB EC In this legend from Mexico, a little girl, Lucinda, is proud to help her mother weave a new blanket for the Baby Jesus to be used in a Christmas procession. But when Lucinda's mother takes ill, Lucinda tangles the yarn and is unable to complete the blanket. Feeling she has ruined Christmas, Lucinda is reluctant to go to the procession until a mysterious old woman appears from the shadows and tells Lucinda, "Any gift is beautiful because it is given. Whatever you give, the Baby Jesus will love because it comes from you." Nervously, Lucinda grabs an armful of weeds, which she brings into the church. As she prays, the weeds open into dazzling red flowers that decorate the altar. The story has a simple dignity, but it is the artwork that takes centre stage here. The spreads are magnificently staged and coloured and culminate in the last spread--Lucinda praying with a profusion of poinsettias decorating the pages. An author's note gives the origin of the story as well as facts about the poinsettia plant and its Christmas connections. 4-10 YO http://www.amazon.com/Legend-Poinsettia-Tomie-dePaola/dp/0698115678
The Magic Donkey (Carolyn Joyce) $2 PB VGC A Magic Circle Book written for beginning readers. Charming story of a Mexican boy called Elfredo and his friendship with his donkey, Polo. When other village boys are teasing him about the donkey, Elfredo claims that Polo is magic and can turn milk into butter. Appealing duotone illustrations by Gregorio Prestopino throughout. 5-9 YO
Little Luis And The Bandit (Ann Jungman) $3 HB EC (Ex lib, one page repaired) The whole of Mexico is scared of the wicked bandit Mexican Pete – except for Little Luis. But when the bandit begins to steal from the poor as well as the rich, Little Luis decides it is time for something to be done! Funny story for young readers. Many insights into Mexican life. 6-10 http://www.amazon.ca/Little-Luis-Bad-Bandit-Jungman/dp/0744563062
….And Juan (Terry Shannon) $3 HB VGC Brightly illustrated picture book in which Juan’s father and brothers are potters, making pots and clay animals to sell at the market. Juan tries to help earn an income as well, but his older brothers make fun of him and his efforts. One day he makes a beautiful horse that is bought by a tourista and he is finally accepted by his brothers. He feels he finally belongs to the family of potters! 6-10 http://www.childrensbookmarket.com/auction/APViewItem.asp?ID=141030
Pedro Fools The Gringo And Other Tales Of A Latin-American Trickster (Maria Cristina Brusca) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Twelve amusing tales of Pedro Urdemales, the most cunning trickster ever to travel the dusty roads of Latin America. Accompanied by b&w illustrations that reflect aspects of Latin American life and culture. 7-11 YO http://www.alibris.com/booksearch?qwork=8144750&matches=23&author=Brusca%2C+Maria+Cristina&browse=1&cm_sp=works*listing*title
Angelito (Willi Baum) $5 HB VGC An appealing story set in the Andes mountains of South America, made all the more memorable by the colourful Peruvian atmosphere that is superbly caught in Willi Baum’s exuberant illustrations and story. Lucho, a shepherd boy, will always remember the day he spent with his mischievous guardian angel, Angelito, out of heaven. It will be remembered as a day of miracles when potatoes and popcorn rained down from heaven. As for Angelito, he returns to heaven resolved to look after Lucho even better than Lucho had looked after him during his holiday on earth. 5-9 YO
Makaha: The Legend Of The Broken Promise (Pilipo Springer) $1 HB VGC A colourful picture book set in the Hawaiian Islands showing landscapes and early beliefs. Includes glossary of Hawaiian words and phrases and a pronunciation guide. 5-9YO
Tales From Around The World “Central And South American Stories” (Robert Hull) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) A collection of re-tellings of the myths, legends and pre-Columbus stories from Central and South America. Includes Why Rabbits Have Long Ears. The Coming Of Music, The First Inca City, Star-Girl and more. Beautiful illustrations. 6-11 YO http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Pre-Columbian-Stories/Robert-Hull/e/9781568471815/?itm=10
New Shoes For Silvia (Johanna Hurwitz) $5 HBDJ EC (Ex lib) Silvia, who lives in South America is thrilled when her family receives a package from Tia Rosita. Inside is a pair of beautiful red shoes just for her. Alas, they are too big, and the little girl is not patient. She makes them into beds, train cars, and carts for her dolls. She keeps trying them on, but finally forgets about them. Then one day, when her mother is writing a letter to Tia Rosita, Silvia remembers them, dusts them off, and finds that they fit perfectly. This simple story, told in spare prose, speaks universally to the imagination and emotions. Pinkney's spirited watercolours animate the story and give a glimpse of life in Latin America. 5-9 YO http://www.amazon.com/New-Shoes-Silvia-Johanna-Hurwitz/dp/068805286X
Josephine’s Imagination: A Tale Of Haiti (Arnold Dobrin) $3 PB FC (Ex lib) Josephine, a Haitian child, walks the dusty road to market each week with her mother, who makes and sells brooms to support them. Josephine uses her imagination to add an intriguing new twist to the brooms and disguises them as dolls resulting in greater success at the market. A colourful and beautifully illustrated picture book. 4-9 YO
Nini At Carnival (Errol Lloyd) $3 HB GC (Ex lib) Join Nini as she prepares for the street parade at Carnival in Brazil. Nini wants to wear something special at the carnival, but unlike the other children she doesn't have a costume. Then suddenly a mysterious "fairy godmother" appears, making Nini Queen of the Carnival. Lovely, colourful picture book.5-8 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nini-Carnival-Red-Picture-Books/dp/0099501813
Traditional Tales From The Caribbean (Vic Parker) $6 HB EC (Ex lib) Uses stunning illustrations to make this collections of tales from the Caribbean come alive. Written in simple, clear and highly readable text, containing a myriad of legends, some of which may be familiar to children and others that may not. 5-10 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/Caribbean-Traditional-Tales-Vic-Parker/dp/1841389498
Listen To This Story – Tales From The West Indies (Grace Hallworth) $3 PB VGC A collection of delightful tales from the West Indies like Brer Ananasi and Brer Snake, and How Trouble Made The Monkey Eat Pepper. The author, brought up in Trinidad, sets out to retain the traditional humour and vitality of expression, and includes her own version of why the Kiskadee bird is so called. 7-10 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Listen-This-Story-Tales-Legend/dp/0749710586