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A Single Pebble: A Story Of The Silk Road (2013)

by Bonnie Christensen(Favorite Author)
3.69 of 5 Votes: 1
ISBN
1596437154 (ISBN13: 9781596437159)
languge
English
publisher
Roaring Brook Press
review 1: A Single Pebble – A Story of the Silk Road by Bonnie Christensen – beautiful story set in 9th century China with a story that had a little connection for me to Beauty and the Beast- connected to a little girl asking her father to bring something special home when he went on a trip. The something special was to bring a pebble with him along the silk road where he is a merchant. Lovely language rhythm, locations, and illustrations throughout the book. Appreciate having a picture book glimpse of life along the silk road. Excellent non-fiction information at the end of the book as well!
review 2: Why this book? This historical fiction book adds to those that celebrate Chinese heritage and historyGenre: Historical FictionTheme/Keywords: Silk Road, Family, Chines
... moree heritage Characteristics of quality: Memorable character roughly the same age as students, easy to follow sequence of events, appropriately complex and engaging.Special Features: Bright and colorful illustrations feature traditional Chinese clothing, materials and landscapes as well as Chinese, Islamic and European art, the author highlights the dynamic interplay of cultures as seen along the route of the Silk Road.Gender of primary character: FemaleRace/ethnicity of primary character: ChineseCultural considerations: 9th Century Chinese attire, buildings, materials etc. as well as influences from other cultures who did business on the route. Language considerations: Written in English the book does not feature any Chinese languageOpen Ended Question: Does Mei know if the pebble reaches it’s destination? less
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AlexMendezLopez
Enjoyed the artwork, appreciated the topic. Would be neat to pair this book with PADDLE-TO-THE-SEA.
Jeanie
Maybe for ST? Kind of long, but might work. Pictures are fun.
serenity
Nice story but unfortunately doesn't meet my curricular needs.
melany
Love this story.
LariMerlin
Loved this
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