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Category Archives: Folklore / multicultural
“A walk with me in Aotearoa” part 6
Well hope you all had a wonderful Easter break! I know I sure did. After one of our crappiest summers ever, this past Easter weekend was one of a kind. Beautifully hot, clear blue sky and a very light breeze … Continue reading
Phyllis’s Adventure in Kiwiland.
*Yawn* Arrrr what a brill sleep. Morning Bro, morning Sis! Had to leave real early this morning, and take Diane’s hubby to work then on to a garage as the car was due for a warrant, so we waited and … Continue reading
Posted in 12x12in12, Blogs, Folklore / multicultural, ideas for writing, Picture book
Tagged Susanna Hill
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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – FRIDAY
Milly, Molly and Betelgeuse New Zealand Author: Gill Pittar Illustrator: Cris Morrell Ages: 4 – 8 years Published by: Milly Molly Books / MM House Publishing Theme: Love, Understanding, Differences, Feelings, Special, questions. Opening Line: “We may look different, but … Continue reading
Posted in Folklore / multicultural, Picture book, Picture Book Review
Tagged Gill Pittar, Milly Molly, Picture book
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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – Friday
No matter how you look at it you are going to need tissues for this one. This is a moving tender historical fiction you will remember long after you have finished reading. Stefania’s dancing slippers Author: Jennifer Beck Illustrator: Lindy … Continue reading
Posted in Folklore / multicultural, Picture book, Picture Book Review
Tagged Jennifer Beck, Lindy Fisher, Picture book
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“PERFECT PICTURE BOOK” – Friday
The Famous Nini : A Mostly true Story of How a Plain White Cat Became a Star Author: Mary Nethery Illustrated by: John Manders. Published: Clarion Books 2010 Age: 3 – and up Theme: Cats, Cultural, friendship, Historical, Performing Arts … Continue reading
Posted in 12x12in12, Folklore / multicultural, Picture book, Picture Book Review
Tagged John Manders, Mary Nethery, Performing arts
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Join me in an Interview with Miranda Sibo Paul
I am absolutely delighted to be interviewing Miranda Sibo Paul today. I first “met” Miranda after winning a random prize during the PiBoldMo Challenge headed by Tara Lazar. A beautiful multicultural book called “Tales from China” a story adaptation of World … Continue reading
As Promised here is ……..“My Picture Book Party”
If you have been following my blog you will know I travelled to Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam in July/August last year 2011. See my post here https://thepatientdreamer.com/2011/08/20/the-children-of-laos/ While I bargained for gift items and enjoyed the quiet, simple life of … Continue reading
Posted in Children's literature, Folklore / multicultural, Interviews
Tagged 12x12 in 2012, Big Brother Mouse, Miranda Paul, Sasha, SCBWI
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“Books for Children – thanks to Big Brother Mouse”
Ever wondered what it would be like to have never seen a “book”. Never know what it was like to turn a page and leap into a world of wonder and make believe. Have you ever imagined never knowing about … Continue reading
“The Children of Laos”
When travelling overseas I always try to pick up a book or two from that country, it helps to get the feel of the culture and people that live there. I was recently in Laos a beautiful green gentle place … Continue reading
“Lok” or “Lok Srey” (Cambodian Greeting)
When greeting people or to show respect in Cambodia people do the “sampeah” gesture, followed by the word Lok or Lok Srey depending on whether your a man or woman. Head on over to my “Travel Insight page to read … Continue reading
Posted in Blogs, Folklore / multicultural, ideas for writing
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