Author: Richard O'Neill
Publisher: Travellers Tales
ISBN: 9781846439278
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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When a Traveler family experiences a run of bad luck, an imaginative boy called Yokki lifts their spirits with tales of a magical white horse. A traditional Traveler-family folk tale which inspires hope and celebrates creativity. Told by a Romani storyteller together with a picture book author to positively reflect Traveling cultures.
Author: Richard O'Neill
Publisher: Travellers Tales
ISBN: 9781846439254
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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"A Traveler girl named Ossiri makes her own musical instrument from a willow branch and lots of recycled objects. Although she plays it enthusiastically, it makes a terrible noise. Ignoring warnings not to wake the ogre in the hills, Ossiri climbs away from the camp to practice. Will she wake the ogre, and will it appreciate her playing? Told by a Romani storyteller and a picture book author, this original tale offers a fascinating insight into Traveling lifestyles and cultures"--Dust jacket.
Author: Jacolyn Caton
Publisher: Crow Cottage Publishing
ISBN: 1987848446
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
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The timeless story of a magical maker of pots who lived at the edge of an ancient, sinking island. One day, the potter begins to build a magnificent blue palace of clay that glistens in the sun. The villagers are amazed and become suspicious of the foolish old potter. They conspire to possess the palace and throw the potter back into the sea. But the pots are listening and warn the potter of coming treachery. Recommended reading ages 6-8
Author: Richard O'Neill
Publisher: Travellers Tales
ISBN: 9781786281869
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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When Polonius the pit pony escapes from the coal mine he's worked in all his life, he joins a family of Travelers. Although he enjoys the freedom and the fresh air that their lifestyle offers, he wishes he could give something back to the family in return. When the chance arrives for him to do something to help, he rises to the challenge, and uses his intelligence and skills to save the day. Based on true events and retold by a master of the oral tradition, this story bears witness to the Traveler values of independence, initiative, courage and hard work.
Author: Jake Maddox
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1496558715
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
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When sent to Uncle Hank's ranch for the summer, Wade begins to dream of rodeo glory. Although Wade is athletic, he's got a knack for falling off of horses rather than staying on them. Can Wade find a way to buck the system?
Author: Pleasant DeSpain
Publisher: august house
ISBN: 9780874838275
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
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When a woodcutter finds a pot that magically duplicates anything that is placed inside it, he and his wife are delighted until the wife accidentally falls in.
Author: Jan Andrews
Publisher: Groundwood Books Ltd
ISBN: 0888999526
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 71
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Follows the foolish, yet wise, Ti-Jean through three adventures as he outwits a greedy princess, a tiny scoundrel, and a very clever girl, in a collection of stories based on French-Canadian folk literature.
Author: Marta Munté Vidal
Publisher: Cuento de Luz
ISBN: 8415619987
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
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A wonderful tale inspired by an old Swahili legend, The Chicken and the Eagle will reveal an amazing secret, and Kuku and Mwewe will live in your imagination forever. Guided Reading Level: M, Lexile Level: 770L
Author: Sable Hamilton
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1496521943
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
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New girl Kami can't wait to join the team at Stardust Stables, but she soon discovers that life there isn't all glitz and glamour. There's plenty of stall cleaning to do, not to mention the hours of training! When a studio comes looking for a stunt girl to do horseback riding for a major new movie, Kami is eager to get the job. Find out if Kami has enough experience to rise to the challenge in this ebook.
Author: Nancy Belgue
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1551438275
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 126
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Casey will have to do a lot of pet-sitting to earn the money she needs to buy Lightning, a beloved horse. Her hopes of buying Lightning are dashed when she learns that his owner has found a buyer and must sell the horse immediately. Across the street from Casey's house a mystery unfolds as a seldom-seen woman who seems to be able to read minds prepares to host a carnival and a yo-yo contest that boasts a $1500 prize. Casey's yo-yo is buried in her closet. She has a great talent and a greater case of stage fright.
