A Big Mooncake for Little Star

A Big Mooncake for Little Star PDF Author: Grace Lin
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 031641140X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40

Book Description
A gorgeous picture book that tells a whimsical origin story of the phases of the moon, from award-winning, bestselling author-illustrator Grace Lin Pat, pat, pat... Little Star's soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake. Little Star loves the delicious Mooncake that she bakes with her mama. But she's not supposed to eat any yet! What happens when she can't resist a nibble? In this stunning picture book that shines as bright as the stars in the sky, Newbery Honor author Grace Lin creates a heartwarming original story that explains phases of the moon.

A Big Bed for Little Snow

A Big Bed for Little Snow PDF Author: Grace Lin
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316478385
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40

Book Description
A companion to the Caldecott Honor book A Big Mooncake for Little Star! A heartwarming and tender picture book introducing readers to their first snow, from award-winning, bestselling author-illustrator Grace Lin. When it was quiet, Little Snow grinned and then jumped, jumped, jumped! Little Snow loves the new big, soft bed Mommy made him for the long, cold winter nights. But Mommy says this bed is for sleeping, not jumping! What happens when he can't resist jump, jump, jumping on his new fluffy, bouncy bed? Bestselling and award-winning author Grace Lin artfully introduces young readers to their first snow through striking illustrations and heartwarming moments.

Thanking the Moon: Celebrating the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival

Thanking the Moon: Celebrating the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival PDF Author: Grace Lin
Publisher: Dragonfly Books
ISBN: 059348018X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33

Book Description
This simple, young, and satisfying story follows a Chinese American family as they celebrate the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. Each member of the family lends a hand as they prepare a moonlit picnic with mooncakes, pomelos, cups of tea, and colorful lanterns. And everyone sends thanks and a secret wish up to the moon. Grace Lin’s luminous and gloriously patterned artwork is perfect for this holiday tale. Her story is simple—tailor-made for reading aloud to young children. And she includes an informative author’s note with further details on the customs and traditions of the Moon Festival for parents and teachers. The Moon Festival is one of the most important holidays of the year along with the Lunar New Year, so this book makes an excellent companion to Grace Lin’s Bringing In the New Year, which features the same family.

Great Houses of Mississippi

Great Houses of Mississippi PDF Author: Mary Carol Miller
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781578066742
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Anyone searching for the architectural splendor of the antebellum South will happily find it in the 95 stunning, full-color photographs and fascinating descriptions of the 35 homes showcased in this beautiful, full-color book. Federal town houses, Greek revival plantation homes, and Italianate and Gothic villas recall the decades when Mississippi led the nation in architectural excellence. 1-57806-674-3$45.00 / University Press of Mississippi

The Shadow in the Moon

The Shadow in the Moon PDF Author: Christina Matula
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
ISBN: 1580897460
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
A unique blend of traditional folklore and contemporary customs brings the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival to life. Two sisters and their grandmother celebrate a popular Chinese holiday with family. Their favorite part? Mooncakes, of course--along with Ah-ma's story of the ancient Chinese tale of Hou Yi, a brave young archer, and his wife, Chang'E. A long, long time ago, Hou Yi rescued the earth from the heat of ten suns. The Immortals rewarded him with a magic potion that could let him live in the sky with them forever. But when a thief tries to steal the potion, what will Chang'E do to keep it out of dangerous hands? The sisters are mesmerized by Ah-ma's retelling and the fact that the very mooncakes they enjoy each holiday are a symbol of this legend's bravest soul.

The Year of the Dog

The Year of the Dog PDF Author: Grace Lin
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780316030977
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
It's the Chinese Year of the Dog, and as Pacy celebrates with her family, she finds out that this is the year she is supposed to "find herself." Universal themes of friendship, family, and finding one's passion in life make this novel appealing to readers of all backgrounds. This funny and profound book is a wonderful debut novel by a prolific picture book author and illustrator and has all the makings of a classic.

Dim Sum for Everyone!

Dim Sum for Everyone! PDF Author: Grace Lin
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0385754884
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24

Book Description
A tasty morsel of a board book all about dim sum from the Newbery Honor–winning author of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, Grace Lin. A Chinese American family sits down to enjoy a traditional dim sum meal. Dumplings, cakes, buns, and tarts are wheeled out in little dishes on trolleys, and each family member gets to choose a favorite treat! Lin’s bold and gloriously patterned artwork is a feast for the eyes. Her story is simple and tailor-made for reading aloud to young children, and she includes an informative author’s note for parents, teachers, and children who want to learn more about the origins and practice of dim sum.

Many Moons

Many Moons PDF Author: James Thurber
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152018955
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52

Book Description
Though many try, only the court jester is able to fulfill Princess Lenore's wish for the moon.

A Big Mooncake for Little Star

A Big Mooncake for Little Star PDF Author: Grace Lin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cake
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Pat, pat, pat... Little Star's soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake. Little Star loves the delicious Mooncake that she bakes with her mama. But she's not supposed to eat any yet! What happens when she can't resist a nibble? In this stunning picture book that shines as bright as the stars in the sky, Newbery Honor author Grace Lin creates a heartwarming original story that explains phases of the moon.

Books Come Alive

Books Come Alive PDF Author: William Teale
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1475859953
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 229

Book Description
Books Come Alive: Reading Aloud and Reading Along with Young Children is about using read alouds to promote empathy and the ability to think deeply in response to literature. Grounded in research and theory, the book explores how to ensure that read alouds have maximum instructional value to promote literacy and spark children’s lifelong love of literature. This book offers teachers information about book selection, how to plan for and conduct read alouds, and extend children’s experiences. The book also includes a vetted and extensive compendium of high-quality books for read alouds, accompanied by a framework for teaching with those books.