Topic : "Asia-Pacific literature"
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7080 : 1854 Do you dare: Eureka boys by Matthews, Penny Henry lives with his father and sister on the Victorian goldfields. Still mourning the loss of his mother and baby brother, Henry helps his father mine their claim, hoping to strike it rich. But they can't afford a mining licence so are at the mercy of corrupt police. When Henry meets a new friend, he enters a world of politics, riots and rebellion that will lead him to Eureka Stockade, one of the defining moments in Australian history. Topics /
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18538 : Across the dark sea by Orr, Wendy Trung and his father are separated from his mother and sister while escaping from Vietnam to Australia. The story traces their dangerous journey and the difficulties they face as refugees assimilating into Australian society. While they want desperately to be reunited, they did not want Trung's mother and sister to travel to Australia on a leaky boat. 3-4 booklist |
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1181 : Adventures of Riley: tigers in Terai by Lumry, Amanda & Hurwitz, Laura (ill) Riley journeys to the Terai Arc region of India and Nepal in search of the elusive Bengal tiger. Riley's research leads to exciting encounters with some weird and wild animals, such as an Asian rhino and a king cobra, and a better understanding of the local culture. Topics /
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7028 : Alive in the death zone by Hall, Lincoln Mountaineer Lincoln Hall's miraculous story of climbing the world's highest mountain, being left for dead near the summit and then returning to life and safety. The world, including his family, had been told he was dead. Frostbite claimed Lincoln's fingers and toes and he lost nearly twenty kilograms. A story of courage and sheer determination. 5-6 booklist |
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660390 : All of us: A history of Southeast Asia by French, Jackie & Hooker, Virginia & WIlson, Mark (ill) Read a story that began 200,000,000 years ago of fascinating lands, including our very own Australia, that are linked together by seas and monsoon winds. Journey along with two children across eons of time and the changing lands of Southeast Asia. Discover with them a world filled with traders, adventurers, conquerors and ordinary people struggling for independence. This is a story of the hopes and challenges of a history that includes us all! 5-6 booklist |
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22778 : American born Chinese by Yang, Gene Luen When Jin Wang starts at a new school, he's the only Chinese-American student. He just wants to be an all-American boy. Danny is popular and great at basketball but his obnoxious Chinese cousin's annual visits are a disaster, ruining his reputation at school. The Monkey King is the most powerful monkey on earth and his story is one of the greatest Chinese fables.These three apparently unrelated characters come together with an unexpected twist. Graphic novel. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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15679 : Ancient China by Cotterell, Arthur Discover why tombs were filled with pottery figures, what was carried along the Silk Road,who invented paper and what kinds of weapons were used in early battles. An informative guide to Chinese history, with stunning photographs and life-like models. Topics /
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5234 : Anila's journey by Finn, Mary Menace and mystery lie in wait for Anila Tandy who secures a job drawing birds for an English naturalist, travelling on a river boat up the Ganges River. Anila will use this journey to search for her father, missing for years and presumed dead. Anila must test herself in the man's world of India, in the late 1700s. Topics /
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88054 : Apache: girl warrior by Landman, Tanya Siki rises to the rare position of girl-warrior in an Apache tribe. She witnesses the horrors of the Indian wars against the Mexicans and the invading White Eyes. A sometimes violent and very honest story of courage, integrity, betrayal, love, hope and despair as Siki struggles to belong and learns the truth of her own story. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. Topics /
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8120 : Arrival, The by Tan, Shaun The Arrival gives us great insight into the process of leaving your homeland and trying to find a new place in the world. The journey can be frightening, inspiring and emotional for all displaced persons. Many stories are told through Tan's illustrations. 7-9 booklist |
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7030 : As you like it: graphic novel by Shakespeare, William & Appignanesi, Richard (adapt) & Kutsuwada, Chie (ill) An unconventional love story transposed to modern-day China where rural and urban worlds collide, following the trials and tribulations of the characters from court to country in their quest for love. Graphic (Manga) novel with authentic Shakespearean text. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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47411 : Ayu and the perfect moon by Cox, David In Bali, an old woman, Ayu, tells a story to three little girls. When she was a young girl, Ayu moved her feet as she performed the traditional Balinese dance, the Legong, as the full moon rose over the palms. K-2 booklist |
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28764 : Beautiful lie, A by Master, Irfan In 1947, Bilal is shields his dying father from the truth about the violence that is threatening India and their formerly peaceful community. With determination and help from friends, Bilal persuades others to collude with him in this deception, even printing false pages of the local newspaper. Bilal just wants his father to die in peace but that means Bilal has a complicated relationship with the truth. Topics /
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15136 : Becoming Buddha: the story of Siddhartha by Stewart, Whitney & Rippin, Sally (ill) Find out how Prince Siddhartha grew in knowledge and enlightenment to become Buddha, one of the greatest religious influences on the world. Topics /
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8804 : Bend it like Beckham by Dhami, Narinder A novelisation of the film screen play in which a young Indian girl's talent for soccer is discovered. The issues, of cultural expectations of girls and the problems of living between two cultures, are raised. Topics /
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9152 : Black warrior by Hall, Tiffiny Everyone close to Roxy has been cursed and the monster Tigon has been unleashed on her hometown. Lanternwood's only hope is for the ninja and samurai clans to join forces. Among the chaos, Roxy can't shake the urge to find the father she has never met. 5-6 booklist |
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10406 : Blood brothers by Wilkinson, Carole The year is 325 and the powerful Han Dynasty is no more. Kai is 465 years old, a teenager in dragon years. His search for the person predestined to be his dragonkeeper leads him to a Buddhist novice, Tao. But, Tao, believing his path lies elsewhere, has no interest in caring for a difficult dragon. Tao must listen to the voice within himself and learn that no journey ever reveals its true purpose until it's over. 5-6 booklist |
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59506 : Boys without names by Sheth, Kashmira Eleven year old Gopal and his family leave their rural Indian village to find work in the big city, Mumbai. When a stranger promises Gopal a job, he jumps at the offer. But Gopal has been deceived. In a stuffy sweatshop, he and other boys are forced to work for no money, little food and without talking. Late one night, when Gopal shares kahanis, or stories, he realises that storytelling may help their survival, and escape. Topics /
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12717 : Broken glass by Grindley, Sally Brothers, Suresh and Sandeep, end up as street kids in a city far from their home village. They become glass collectors, searching through the rubbish dumps and dirty alleys to find glass to sell in order to survive. But, when Suresh realises his younger brother isn't coping as well as he thought, he must find a way to save Sandeep and himself from a terrible fate. Topics /
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12548 : Bronze and Sunflower by Wenxuan, Cao & Wang, Helen (trans) In China, during the Cultural Revolution, Sunflower, a young city girl, moves to the country. Life is lonely and isolated until she meets Bronze, who, unable to speak, is ostracised by the village boys. The pair becomes inseparable. When Bronze's family agrees to take Sunflower in, she is overjoyed and Bronze has got the sister he always wanted. But, life is hard and Bronze's family can barely afford to feed themselves. Topics /
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4021 : Bronze bird tower by Wilkinson, Carole Tao and Kai's journey has been long and at last they have arrived at the Dragon Haven but what they find is not the sanctuary Kai has described. Will they be unwelcome or made to leave. It seems they will be forced straight back into the clutches of the murderous nomad leader Jilong, who is intent on vengeance. They need to Kai safe. Being a Dragonkeeper is so much more difficult than Tao could have imagined. But when things are at their worst, help can come from the most unexpected places. And the least powerful can become a mighty force. Perhaps there is a place for dragons in this world after all. 5-6 booklist |
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18129 : Cairo Jim and Jocelyn Osgood in bedlam from Bollywood by McSkimming, Geoffrey Cairo Jim and his friends, including Valkyrian Airways flight attendant Jocelyn Osgood, must uncover yet another mystery of history when they become embroiled in the shooting of an Indian film. 5-6 booklist |
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3709 : Captain Congo and the Maharaja's monkey by Starke, Ruth & Holfeld, Greg (ill) When the Maharaja of Bekar dies suddenly and mysteriously, Captain Congo and his loyal penguin offsider, Pug, are sent to investigate. In India, they find the Palace of Rajputana teeming with intrigue. Powerful enemies are scheming against Prince Beki being anointed as the next maharaja. Pug goes under cover while Captain Congo races against time to unravel the villains' plot. 5-6 booklist |
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12494 : Carp for Kimiko, A by Kroll, Virginia & Roundtree, Katherine (ill) Kimiko very much wants a calico carp kite to fly on Children's Day. She can't have one because she's a girl and Japanese tradition dictates that only boys get colourful kites. Luckily, Kimiko has understanding parents. Topics /
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88507 : Chalkline by Mitchell, Jane It's an ordinary morning at school in rural Kashmir when the silence of dawn prayers is ripped apart by gunfire. Freedom Fighters are raiding his village and Rafiq is the first boy to cross the chalkline into a life of brutality and violence. Rafiq's memory of his family has been all but obliterated by his forced training, indoctrination and terrorist actions and is unrecognisable as the boy who left the village. Includes violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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5604 : Chaucer the cat and the animal pilgrims by Borlenghi, Patricia A group of pilgrims gather in Paris at Notre Dame. Their leader, Chaucer, the cat from London, suggests they pass the time by retelling stories from their countries of origin, including Australia, the West Indies, Africa, North America, China and India. Topics /
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86 : China coin, The by Baillie, Allan The horror of Tiannaman Square confronts Leah when she is searching for her ancient links in China. 7-9 booklist |
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54490 : China: land of dragons and emperors by Mah, Adeline Yen Paper, gunpowder, silk, porcelain, stirrups for riding horses and many other wonderful and extraordinary things were first used in China. Read about the rise and fall of dynasties, the superstitions and beliefs of the people and the famous people who are part of the great story of China. Topics /
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1173 : Chinese Cinderella by Mah, Adeline Yen The plight of a young girl who, because of traditional Chinese beliefs, is rejected by her family at birth. Topics /
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14255 : Chinese Cinderella and the secret dragon society by Mah, Adeline Yen A young girl is thrown out of her home by her cruel stepmother onto the dangerous streets of Shanghai. She takes refuge in a Martial Arts Academy and becomes part of a new family. A secret mission changes her life dramatically. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. Topics /
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7787 : Chinese Cinderella: the mystery of the Song Dynasty painting by Mah, Adeline Yen Following a fall, and in hospital where Chinese Cinderella sees a copy of an ancient painting. She is haunted by vivid dreams that seem strange, yet somehow familiar, recalling a life lived eight hundred years ago during the Song Dynasty. Hypnosis is used, leaving open the concept of reincarnation. Topics /
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2434 : Chook Chook: Little and Lo in the city by Chim, Wai & Lord, Aileen (ill) When Mei's mother remarries, Mei's world crumbles. The one-eyed butcher hangs his carcasses in Mei's favourite hideout and the two families' roosters don't get along. Mei has to share a room with a step-brother who snores and her brother, Guo, leaves home to study. It's all too much for Mei. She decides to run away, taking her chooks with her, to find her brother in the far away city. Topics /
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5979 : Chook Chook: Mei's secret pets by Chim, Wai & Lord, Aileen (ill) Since the death of Mei's father, her mother has refused to keep animals on the family farm. So, when Mei finds two baby chickens, she shares her delightful discovery with no one but her older brother, Guo. Mei does her best to keep her newfound friends a secret but all does not go as planned. When Ma sells the chooks to the fearsome one-eyed butcher, their fates seem sealed. Topics /
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3423 : Chook Chook: Saving the farm by Chim, Wai & Lord, Aileen (ill) It's Chinese New Year and, for Mei and her family, things are grim. It's been another bad harvest and the government is building a major freeway that will tear their little farm apart. One by one, Mei's neighbours are convinced to sell their land and, despite Ma's and stepfather Jin's best efforts to fight, it looks like their farm will be next. Mei and her beloved chickens must try to save their farm and keep the family together. Topics /
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30284 : Cobra king of Kathmandu, The by Kerr, P B After several mysterious deaths, John and Philippa try to discover the secret of a powerful talisman before it falls into the hands of the malevolent cult of the Nine Cobras and Guru Masamjhasara. They face great danger on their harrowing journey through Nepal and northern India. Topics /
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35699 : Con-nerd by Phommavanh, Oliver Connor is under extreme pressure. At home, his mother has his future planned so as to bring honour to the family. This means a selective high school, with coaching after school to pass the tests, and then a career as a doctor. Anything less is unthinkable, including Connor's real talent of drawing manga style characters and making his own comic books. Then, there's his classmates' perception that he's a nerd. 5-6 booklist |
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101580 : Crane by Stone, Jeff Five brothers were taught a different animal style of Kung-fu by the Grandmaster and each one uses it throughout their adventures. This is Hok's story, one of the brothers, who travels alone to the Shaolin temple where a secret is finally revealed to all. Topics /
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18396 : Crane wife, The by Bodkin, Odds & Spirin, Gennady (ill) A beautiful retelling of a classic Japanese folk tale about a sail maker and his wife. Exquisitely illustrated in traditional Japanese style. Topics /
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35126 : Day I remember, A by Prodeepta, Das This is a day that Chintu will always remember. He's going to be Markundi, the boy who keeps the bridegroom, his uncle, company through the wedding preparations. Come and join in the celebrations, with dancing, fireworks and music. Topics /
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18407 : Diary of Ma Yan: the life of a Chinese schoolgirl, The by Haski, Pierre An incredible story of survival and spirit. In Zhangjiashu, China, fourteen year old Ma Yan struggles to escape poverty through persistent, sometimes desperate, attempts to continue her education. Her diary details a world few of us can imagine. Topics /
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25726 : Dinner detectives: A fearsome beast and a dumpling feast by Stening, Yves & Buchanan, Nigel (ill) It's Chinese New Year, a time for feasting. But children beware, a hungry beast is looking for you! Join Dinner Detectives Clementine and Aksel in their first adventure, travelling back in time and around the world to uncover magical stories behind the food we eat every day. 3-4 booklist |
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23009 : Dolls of hope by Parenteau, Shirley Chiyo Tamura is a young Japanese girl who is afraid of shaming her family through her impulsive actions. When her sister is chosen to marry a wealthy and important man, she is sent away from her simple country life to an exclusive boarding school for wealthy young girls, and is told to emulate the manners of the wealthiest of them all, Hoshi. But when Chiyo is invited to attend a special event that includes the arrival of the Friendship Dolls from America, she must face many personal challenges in order to protect the dolls from a jealous Hoshi but still retain the honour of herself and her family. A story that teaches the value of friendship and of being true to yourself, in a time where prejudice can cause division and strife. Topics /
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65329 : Dragon by Stone, Jeff Long, the dragon-style warrior, saw his temple burned, his brothers killed, and his siblings fleeing to the four winds. Now the five young warriors have reunited with Ying, the redeemed renegade who put all of these events in motion, and ShaoShu, the mousy street thief, to prevent the wily mantis Tonglong from taking over China. Topics /
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2999 : Dragon dawn by Wilkinson, Carole At less than 1000 years old, Danzi is a young dragon. He should be hibernating for winter but has an obligation to deliver an inheritance to the family of his old Dragonkeeper's family. His duty is interrupted when he rescues a man from some brutal soldiers. It is a dangerous time for a dragon to be without a keeper. 7-9 booklist |
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29477 : Dragon horse by Ward, Peter Aeons ago, dragons spread terror across the Chinese empire. Their descendants became magnificent horses, which are now drawn into a battle, caused by an ancient evil and the destiny of two brothers. 7-9 booklist |
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101532 : Dragon moon by Wilkinson, Carole Ancient China, Han Dynasty. Ping and Kai have travelled far but their journey is not yet over. When a hidden message from Danzi makes the way clear, Ping knows that once again the journey of a thousand li begins with a single step. 5-6 booklist |
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12352 : Dragonkeeper by Wilkinson, Carole A slave girl saves the life of an ageing dragon and escapes her brutal master. Pursued by a ruthless dragon hunter, the girl and the dragon make an epic journey across China carrying a mysterious stone that must be protected. 5-6 booklist |
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65325 : Eagle by Stone, Jeff For years Ying has been using his dragon style kung fu to gain vengeance over those who he feels have wronged him. The problem is that his whole life has been shrouded in mystery, even he does not know the truth behind his heritage. Topics /
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7725 : Eat the sky, drink the ocean by Murray, Kirsty (ed) & Dhar, Payal (ed) & Anita Roy (ed) A collection of science fiction and fantasy writing, including six graphic stories, showcasing twenty exciting writers and artists from India and Australia. Dive into these stories and see how girls cope with the dangers of worlds gone mad. Every story is a journey and each story has its own magic. Includes some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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25919 : Eon by Goodman, Alison Eon has been studying the ancient art of Dragon Magic to become an apprentice to one of the twelve energy dragons of good fortune. But, he has a dark secret, living a dangerous lie for the chance to become a Dragoneye. When Eon is catapulted into the treacherous world of the Imperial court, he makes a powerful enemy, Lord Ido. Some violence and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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58464 : Eona by Goodman, Alison Once she was Eon, a girl disguised as a boy, risking her life for the chance to become a Dragoneye apprentice. Now she is Eona, thrust into the role of her country's saviour. Eona must find the strength to walk a deadly line between truth and justice, friendship and duty, and, most of all, her feelings for the king and Rat Dragoneye. Some violence and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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855831 : Eyes that speak to the stars by Ho, Joanna & Ho, Dung (ill) A young boy comes to recognize his own power and ability to change the future. When a friend at school creates a hurtful drawing, the boy turns to his family for comfort. He realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before- in fact, his eyes are like his father's, his agong's, and his little brother's, and they are visionary. Inspired by the men in his family, he recognizes his own power and strength from within. This extraordinary picture book redefines what it means to be truly you. 3-4 booklist |
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48198 : Filth licker, The by Burne, Cristy & Siku (ill) Continues the story of Miku's fight against the Takeshita Demons, with a terrifying array of new demons to overcome. Miku is going to school camp in the forest, with her friend Cait and the rest of her class. It should be fun but Miku has premonitions of danger. When Oscar goes down with a festering rash and a rushing wind blows out the bonfire, she's sure something bad is going on. Topics /
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37994 : Finding Gobi by Leonard, Dion Finding Gobi is the ultimate story of hope and friendship - proving time and time again, that dogs really are 'man's best friend'. In 2016, Dion Leonard, an ultramarathon runner, stumbled across a little stray dog while competing in a gruelling 155 mile race across the Gobi Desert. The pup earned the name 'Gobi' as she went step for step with Dion, keeping pace with him for nearly 80 miles. What Gobi lacked in size, she made up for in heart. Dion had always focused on winning, but as he witnessed the incredible determination of this small animal, he felt something inside him change. This is a story of a life changing friendship between one man and a little stray dog. 5-6 booklist |
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24219 : Fire lizard by Fussell, Sandy & Nest James, Rhian (ill) The people of the Nine Valleys grow desperate as they are terrorised. Hope lies with Sensei and the Little Cockroaches as they work to defeat Hyo Moon and deliver a message to the Governor. 5-6 booklist |
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19450 : First peoples of Asia by Sertori, Trisha Find out about the culture, traditions, laws and ways of life of the first peoples in Asia - the Ainu of Japan, the Bali Aga of Indonesia and the Karen of Burma. Includes photographs, fact boxes and quotes from elders. Topics /
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19250 : First peoples of Oceania by Sertori, Trisha Find out about the culture, traditions, laws and ways of life of the first peoples in Oceania - the Aboriginal peoples of Australia, the Papuans of New Guinea and the Maoris of New Zealand. Includes photographs, fact boxes and quotes from elders. 5-6 booklist |
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30250 : Football high: Fire up by Loughlin, Patrick At the National School of Football, Nick has made the rep squad and is play maker for the Cannons. However, living in the shadow of his famous footballer father hasn't become any easier, especially since Nick is struggling to keep a secret from everyone at school. With rival Kane Kruger stirring Nick at every opportunity, the truth looks set to be exposed, along with his cool, his cred and his footballing ability. To top it off, there's also the little problem of girls. Grace won't give Nick the time of day and Lexi won't leave him alone. Topics /
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9237 : Freedom swimmer by Chim, Wai During China's 'Great Leap Forward', Ming survived the famine that killed his parents. He now lives a hard but adequate life, working in the fields. As part of a Communist Party re-education program, a group of city boys arrives, unused to hard labour and village life. Despite his reservations and their differences, Ming befriends a boy called Li and, slowly, they form a bond over evening swims and shared dreams. As the bitterness of life under the Party begins to take its toll, Ming and Li begin to imagine the impossible, freedom. 7-9 booklist |
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151 : Ganesh by Bosse, Malcolm J A boy tries to fit into American society after he has grown up in India. The story concerns the death of a parent and details a traditional Indian cremation. Topics /
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9327 : Garden of Empress Cassia, The by Wang, Gabrielle Mimi has mysterious and powerful pastels and can draw a garden so beautiful and magical that real people are transported inside it. But, it would be very unfortunate if the ancient pastels were to fall into the wrong hands. 5-6 booklist |
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18405 : Garden of the purple dragon by Wilkinson, Carole In this sequel to Dragonkeeper, Ping is entrusted with raising the young purple dragon, Kai. Kai is the last dragon in the kingdom and Ping learns there are many who want Kai for money or the healing properties of his body parts. 5-6 booklist |
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6390 : Ghost in my suitcase, A by Wang, Gabrielle When Celeste travels to China to visit her grandmother, she uncovers an incredible family secret. And with this secret comes danger and adventure. If Celeste is to save her family and friends, she must learn to harness her rare and powerful gift as a ghost-hunter. 5-6 booklist |
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10571 : Guess the baby by French, Simon & Rawlins, Donna (ill) The students in Mr Judd's class have to guess who belongs to each baby photo. Even the teacher's photo is included. K-2 booklist |
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9754 : Guji-Guji by Chen, Chih-Yuan The delightful story of a very different, ugly duckling who learns to be very happy with who he is. Topics /
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2079 : Hannah's winter by Meehan, Kierin Contemporary and humorous, this story is dotted with snippets of Japanese language and culture, as Hannah and her ghost friend attempt to solve an ancient riddle. 5-6 booklist |
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11994 : Happiest refugee, The by Do, Anh Anh Do, comedian and television personality, arrived in Australia as a baby in a boat full of desperate family members who suffered the perils of the sea. A mother's sacrifice, a father's heroism and their adventures in a new land are inspiring. Some strong language used in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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7619 : Hey Jack: The bravest kid by Rippin, Sally When Jack hurts his ankle, he tries really hard not to cry. After all, he's not a baby and he must be braver than that. Topics /
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9333 : Homeless bird by Whelan, Gloria At thirteen, Koly enters a traditional Indian, arranged marriage and is widowed in months. She is imprisoned in her husband's home until abandoned to spend her days in worship with other widows. Koly discovers opportunities and savage crimes among those who would help her and those who would exploit her. Topics /
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14680 : Horse road, The by Harrison, Troon In Ferghana, Central Asia, in 102 BC, thirteen year old Kallisto is an excellent horsewoman. One day, while racing her horses in the mountains, Kallisto sees the Chinese army approaching her city. On reaching home, she finds a deserted city, and her favourite horse and others missing. Kallisto is determined to get the horses back, even if this means being challenged to a duel of horsemanship and skill. Topics /
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4042 : Hotaka: a novel by Heffernan, John When the tsunami strikes the Japanese coastal town of Omori-wan, the effects are utterly devastating. Three years later, much of what happened on that day is still a mystery and Hotaka finds himself increasingly haunted by memories of his best friend, Takeshi. When strong-willed Sakura initiates a controversial anti-seawall movement, there is danger at every turn for Hotaka and his friends. As the town and its people struggle to rebuild their lives, can Hotaka help Omori-wan look to the future- and can he let go of his past? A powerful and moving story about one boy caught up in the Japanese earthquake and tsunami of 2011. 7-9 booklist |
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16608 : Hungry ghosts by Heinrich, Sally Sarah is experiencing prejudice. She resents fitting in with the Aussie ways while honouring her Chinese traditions. Things become really complicated when Sarah starts hearing the voice of a ghost. Contains language that may offend some readers. 7-9 booklist |
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2862 : Illustrated stories from India by Baer, Sam (retell) & Firth, Rachel (retell) & Klauss, Anja (ill) This collection of short stories from India contains fearsome tigers, greedy elephants, stories of trickery and cunning, mighty gods and goddesses, and even a dancing goat. Topics /
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11525 : India: arts and culture by Sachdev, Rosemary & Marwaha, Jatinder (phot) A fascinating insight into life in India. Find out about this richly diverse country through its arts, culture, people, landscapes, agriculture and animals. Topics /
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2381 : India: history and government by Sachdev, Rosemary & Marwaha, Jatinder (phot) A fascinating insight into life in India. Find out about this richly diverse country through its arts, culture, people, landscapes, agriculture and animals. Topics /
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37954 : India: land and climate by Sachdev, Rosemary & Marwaha, Jatinder (phot) A fascinating insight into life in India. Find out about this richly diverse country through its arts, culture, people, landscapes, agriculture and animals. Topics /
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6046 : India: plants and agriculture by Sachdev, Rosemary & Marwaha, Jatinder (phot) A fascinating insight into life in India. Find out about this richly diverse country through its arts, culture, people, landscapes, agriculture and animals. Topics /
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6234 : India: the animals by Sachdev, Rosemary & Marwaha, Jatinder (phot) A fascinating insight into life in India. Find out about this richly diverse country through its arts, culture, people, landscapes, agriculture and animals. Topics /
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969 : India: the people by Sachdev, Rosemary & Marwaha, Jatinder (phot) A fascinating insight into life in India. Find out about this richly diverse country through its arts, culture, people, landscapes, agriculture and animals. Topics /
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88037 : Indonesia book, The: A people, a place, a culture by Kerta, Sadriani Wayan Indonesia is our closest neighbour, made up of over seventeen thousand islands, with a population of over 230 million people. Explore this country of many languages, peoples, cultures and customs. Large glossy photographs provide additional understandings in this easy to read book. Find out which city is known as the Big Durian or on what the Garuda is. Topics /
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10044 : Jahanara, princess of princesses, India 1627 by Lasky, Kathryn Jahanara, favorite daughter of Emperor Shah Jahan and the most beloved of his four wives, writes about family jealousies, court intrigues, and war strategies, as well as the extravagant lifestyle of her royal family. Topics /
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902 : Japanese samurai, The by Park, Louise & Love, Timothy Find out about the famous samurai battles in Japan, samurai swords, the Bushido code and the decline of the ancient samurai. Lots of fascinating snippets of information and explanations of foreign or ancient words. Topics /
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21203 : Julian is a mermaid by Love, Jessica While riding the subway home with his Nana one day, Julian notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train carriage. When Julian gets home, daydreaming of the magic he's seen, all he can think about is dressing up just like the ladies and making his own fabulous mermaid costume. But what will Nana think about the mess he makes - and even more importantly - what will she think about how Julian sees himself? Topics /
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2562 : Just one wish by Rippin, Sally Penny has moved to Australia from China and her English is very limited. She misses her friends and her cousin is determined to make her life miserable at their school. When Penny's grandmother gives her a magic Chinese pouch, Penny has just one wish to make things right. 5-6 booklist |
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833 : Kampung boy by Lat Illustrated story of a Muslim boy's adventures and mischief-making, fishing trips, religious education and work on his family's rubber plantation in Malaysia. However, the traditional way of life in his village (kampung) is steadily disappearing. 5-6 booklist |
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17316 : Kazunomiya, Princess of heaven, Japan 1858 by Lasky, Kathryn Princess Kazunomiya is the half-sister of the Emperor of Japan. She relates, in her diary and in poems, the confusing events occurring in the Imperial Palace in 1858, including political and romantic intrigue. Topics /
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5340 : Kensuke's kingdom by Morpurgo, Michael An adaptation of the Robinson Crusoe story, a family's sailing adventure turns into a story of survival following a storm. Topics /
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220 : Kim by Kipling, Rudyard Kim is an eleven year old Irish boy who is orphaned and lives amongst the poor on the streets in India. Topics /
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16682 : King and the seed, The by Maddern, Eric & Hess, Paul (ill) King Karnak is worried. He's getting old and has no heir to the throne. So, he decides to hold a rather unusual competition to find the next king. Knights and nobles flock to the palace, expecting to fight, but the king gives each of them a tiny seed to grow. Jack, the farmer's son, has come to watch and he takes a seed too. Topics /
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5615 : Kintaro's Adventures and other Japanese children's favourite stories by Sakade, Florence & Hayashi, Yoshio (ill) Welcome to a fantastic world populated by singing turtles, boys who wrestle wolves, and a host of other beloved characters who have lived on for centuries in the traditional tales of Japan. Drawn from Japanese folklore passed down from generation to generation, the six enchanting stories collected in this volume have been lovingly retold for today's readers. Vibrantly illustrated and full of thrilling adventures, funny discoveries, and important lessons, they're sure to become story time favourites. Topics /
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9241 : Kite rider, The by McCaughrean, Geraldine Located in China in the period of the Mongols, this story follows Haoyou's intrepid adventures across oceans and the skies. Topics /
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223 : Kon-Tiki expedition, The by Heyerdahl, Thor The story of a four thousand, three hundred nautical mile expedition by raft across the Pacific Ocean. Topics /
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5108 : Kumiko and the dragon by Stewart, Briony Kumiko not only imagines a dragon outside her window but enters a whole world of dragons in which she is very much at home. Kumiko discovers a strength she did not believe she had. 3-4 booklist |
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24906 : Kumiko and the dragon's secret by Stewart, Briony Kumiko, a human girl born into the ancient royal bloodline of dragons, has her guardian dragon, Tomodo, by her side for protection. When her sister is kidnapped by the Shadow Catchers, Kumiko discovers that she is the only one who can save her sister, and her courage is put to the ultimate test. 3-4 booklist |
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8906 : Kumiko and the Shadow Catchers by Stewart, Briony Since discovering the secret of the Shadow Catchers, a group of powerful sorcerers determined to steal dragon magic at any cost, Kumiko knows it's only a matter of time before her family and her dragon, Tomodo, are in grave danger. To save those she loves, Kumiko must venture through a world of shadows and dark magic, where no one in her family has gone before. 3-4 booklist |
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12798 : Lady of Ch'iao Kuo, warrior of the south AD 531 by Yep, Laurence The diary of sixteen year old Lady of Ch'iao Kuo is a remarkable adventure set in Southern China in the sixth century. A born leader, Lady of Ch'iao Kuo, also known as Princess Redbird, is both courageous and keenly intelligent. Topics /
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11118 : Last king of Angkor Wat, The by Base, Graeme Tiger, Gibbon, Water Buffalo and Gecko are amongst the ruins of ancient Angkor Wat in Cambodia, wondering which of them would have made the best king. A mysterious visitor urges them to discover their true selves in a race to a distant hilltop. 3-4 booklist |
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23566 : Legends of League: Stories of education by Brasch, Nicolas & Hirsch, Suzan Meet three first grade National Rugby League (NRL) players who were inspired to play at school. Find out about each player's journey, from childhood to making it in first-grade. Share the challenges and triumphs, and meet the people who have supported them to become Legends of League. 5-6 booklist |
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610503 : Lily D V.A.P: Orphan Annie by West, Madeleine & Stone, Joanie (ill) Lily D V.A.P (Very Amazing Performer) loves to put her acting talent to the test by walking in the shoes of the characters she is to portray. So when Lily D trains for the role of Orphan Annie, she insists on doing everything for herself. From making her own school uniform, trading her favourite possessions and sleeping out in a tent, will all her efforts to walk in Orphan Annie's shoes really help Lily D to understand what it is like to be all alone in the world, with only hope to hold on to? Topics /
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86575 : Lin Yi's lantern by Williams, Brenda & Lacombe, Benjamin (ill) Tonight is the moon festival and Lin Yi wants nothing more than a red, rabbit lantern. But, first, he must buy the things his mother needs at the market. Topics /
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4901 : Lion drummer by Wang, Gabrielle & McLean, Andrew Lulu dreams that, one day, she will be the lion drummer in the Chinese dragon parade. But, through years of tradition, the drummer has always been a male and Lulu is told that girls cannot learn the drums. 5-6 booklist |
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231 : Little brother by Baillie, Allan Vithy is in war-torn Cambodia searching for his only remaining family member, his older brother. 5-6 booklist |
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24023 : Little paradise by Wang, Gabrielle In Melbourne, in 1943, Mirabel is seventeen. She's leaving school, designing drsses and falling in love. Then, fate intervenes, her forbidden affair is discovered and JJ is posted back to China where a civil war is raging. Despite all warnings, Mirabel sets off for Shanghai and travels through great danger to find her true love. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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3554 : Little white duck: Childhood in China, A by Liu, Na & Martinez, Andres Vera (ill) The world is changing for two girls in China is the 1970s. Da Qin and her sister live in the city of Wuhan with their parents. When their country's leader, Chairman Mao, dies, new opportunities begin to emerge. The sisters soon learn that their childhood will be much different than the upbringing their parents experienced. Eight short stories-based on the author's own life- give readers a unique look at what it was like to grow up in China during this important time in history. 7-9 booklist |
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18521 : Lord of the cranes by Chen, Kerstin Beautiful retelling of a Chinese tale. Tian, Lord of the Cranes, leaves his home on the top of the mountain to check whether people are being kind to one another. Topics /
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8855 : Lost childhood: my life in a Japanese prison camp during WWII by Layson, Annelex Hofstra & Viola, Herman J When the Japanese invaded the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia, four year old Annelex Hofstra was taken to a Japanese prison camp. Her carefree, comfortable world was turned upside down. Annelex describes her over three years in the camp, living in fear of punishment, starvation, infection and separation. Topics /
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244 : Maddie by Caswell, Brian Like Mike and Lisdalia, this book deals with the issues of adolescence with the added complication of living within two cultures. Maddie is a Vietnamese Australian. 7-9 booklist |
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45876 : Malini: through my eyes by Hillman, Robert & White, Lyn (ed) In the closing, catastrophic stages of Sri Lanka's civil war, Malini and her sister are separated from their parents, who are forced to act as human shields. Malini and Banni travel inland, through jungles and unsafe territories, seeking refuge with their grandfather in his village.They will need to stay alert for soldiers from all sides and work out who to trust. 7-9 booklist |
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6597 : Mang the wild orangutan by van Loon, Joan Mang, a beautiful old orangutan, remembers what life was like living in the lush rainforests of Borneo before he was captured and then sent to a zoo. 3-4 booklist |
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7840 : Mantis by Stone, Jeff Little street urchin ShaoShu has always wanted to belong. His small size makes him an easy target. This little 'mouse' always needs to find a place to hide. When he is befriended by Hok and Ying, he thinks he has found a new family, and eagerly tags along as they continue on their travels, not knowing that his new friends are the most wanted criminals in China. Topics /
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12815 : Mao's last dancer (young readers' edition) by Cunxin, Li Engaging biography of a young, Chinese peasant boy who, at the age of eleven, was taken from his school and family to be trained as a classical dancer in Beijing. 7-9 booklist |
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4098 : May Tang: A new Australian by Beikoff, Katrina Born in the year of the snake, May Tang is a dreamer who will never be sensible and obedient like her elder sister Jie Jie or clever like her brother Peter. Her parents are worried by rumoured events in China, and May finds herself on her way to a new life in Sydney. It is so different that May wonders if she will ever be able to love her new country. Topics /
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15427 : Megan's journey by Keir, June Thirteen year old Megan discovers her mother is still alive and living in Japan. Her mother has remarried a Japanese man who lives a traditional life and they have two children. Megan has difficult choices to make. 5-6 booklist |
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2461 : Melting pot, The: The diary of Edward, Chek Chee by Cheng, Christopher W It is 1903, the time of the White Australia Policy, and Edward Chek Chee is the son of a mixed marriage. His father is Chinese, his mother Australian and Edward tries to fit in to both cultures. He has to cope with racism at school and bigotry from his cousin at home, while worrying about having to go back to China to understand his ancestral roots. 5-6 booklist |
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28875 : Million shades of grey, A by Kadohata, Cynthia Thirteen year old Y-Tin is an elephant trainer. His life revolves around Lady and the other elephants in their small herd. But, this is Vietnam in 1975 and, now that the American forces are gone, the North Vietnamese threaten the Dega people of the Central Highlands. When the feared attack comes, Y-Tin is captured. He must risk his life and save his elephants by fleeing into the jungle. Topics /
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10296 : Ming's adventure on China's Great Wall by Jian, Li & Wert, Yijin (trans) Ming and his father travel to the Great Wall to learn more about the creation of the longest structure ever build by humans. On their way, they take a wrong turn, leading to a great adventure as Ming and his father get to tour the wall and encounter all sorts of important figures, including the emperor who had the Great Wall built. When the emperor runs into a tricky situation at the beacon tower, it's up to Ming and some important information to save the day. Topics /
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11291 : Modern China by Sebag-Montefiore, Poppy China, the world's largest country, is set to become the superpower of the 21st century. Find out about the dazzling array of peoples, places and cultures that make up this rapidly changing nation. Includes stunning photographs, charts, maps, web links and a glossary of terms. Topics /
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18355 : Monkey by Stone, Jeff Maloa is a young monk trained in Monkey style Kung Fu. Maloa loves joking around but now finds himself all alone in the woods and being hunted by hostile soldiers. Suddenly, his life is not as much fun as it used to be. Topics /
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2985 : Monkey fist by Fussell, Sandy & Nest James, Rhian (ill) Sensei Ki-Yaga and the Samurai kids are journeying through China when Kyoko is kidnapped. Sensei's old adversary, Lu Zeng, is challenging him to try to get Kyoko back. But, getting inside the Forbidden Palace where Lu Zeng lives will not prove easy and outwitting him to get Kyoko back will be even harder. 5-6 booklist |
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129371 : Moon bear rescue by Dale, Kim A village opts to send a lost bear cub to a rescue sanctuary rather than sell it to a bear farm, where it would have died of chronic infections after being ""milked"" of bile for Chinese medicines, the plight of Asiatic black bears in Southern China. 5-6 booklist |
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7801 : Most beautiful lantern, The by Heinrich, Sally The Chinese mid-autumn festival is celebrated with a parade through streets with colourful lanterns. Mei-Ling has trouble choosing her lantern because she wants it to be the most beautiful lantern in the parade. 3-4 booklist |
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17687 : My Australian story: New gold mountain, The diary of Shu Cheong, Lambing Flat, New South Wales, 1860-1861 by Cheng, Christopher W Shu Cheong, with his father and uncle, sets off on the arduous journey to Australia's goldfields, hoping to bring back wealth for their village. But, following their deaths, Shu cannot return home without his father's body so must stay in Australia alone. Relations between the European miners and Chinese are tense and violent attacks against the Chinese are common. 5-6 booklist |
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614625 : My Beijing: Four stories of everday wonder by Jun, Nie Yuer and her grandfather spend a lot of time together in the hutongs, or alleyways, of Beijing. As we follow these two in their everyday life, we meet some of the unusual people of the neighbourhood and their unusual stories. The past and the present come together in these disappearing neighbourhoods of one of the world's largest cities 3-4 booklist |
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12335 : My father's boat by Garland, Sherry A Vietnamese-American boy spends a day with his father on his shrimp boat, listening as he describes how his own father fished on the South China Sea. They talk about going back to Vietnam one day. Topics /
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267 : My Hiroshima by Morimoto, Junko Recollections of life before and during World War 2, and the horrific aftermath of the dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Provides a potent warning of the dangers of nuclear warfare. 5-6 booklist |
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1597 : My village: rhymes from around the world by Wright, Danielle (comp) & Moriuchi, Mique (ill) A delightful selection of simple poems for the young to read. Beautiful illustrations complement the translations, with each poem in English and its original language. Languages include Chinese, Japanese, Norwegian, Jamaican, Iranian, Samoan and more. Topics /
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5564 : Naveed: through my eyes by Heffernan, John & White, Lyn (ed) Naveed is sick of war. The foreign powers and the Taliban, the warlords and the drug barons have torn Afghanistan apart. He has had to grow up quickly to care for his widowed mother and young sister, making little money from odd jobs and selling at the markets. When Naveed adopts Nasera, a street dog with extraordinary abilities, he has a chance to help rebuild his country. 5-6 booklist |
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654 : New Guinea moon by Constable, Kate For 16 year old Julie these Christmas holidays become life changing. Her parents separated when she was three and she is meeting her father, a pilot in New Guinea, for the first time since then. In addition, spending time away from her mother is something Julie is looking forward to - a time to decide her own path. 7-9 booklist |
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3816 : New Year surprise by Cheng, Christopher & Wu, Di (ill) The whole family is excited about the New Year Spring Festival. Everyone has a special job and Little Brother is anxious to know what his will be. But, his brother says that Little Brother is too small to help out. He's not strong enough to hold onto a kite and he's too little to hold the dragon poles. But, Father says that he has a special job. Follow Little Brother through the village to find out what his special job is. K-2 booklist |
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9325 : Night singing by Meehan, Kierin A funny and fascinating story of contemporary Australia with a moving tale of survival in Hiroshima at the end of the Second World War. When Josh breaks his leg, he is rescued by his kind but mysterious neighbour, Mrs Murakami. 7-9 booklist |
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277 : Nips XI by Starke, Ruth The boys at North Illaba Primary School form a cricket team. The team includes students from different cultures and they combine to celebrate their common interests, not their diversities. 7-9 booklist |
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280 : No-name bird: a story of East Timor by Vondra, Josef A parallel is drawn between Jose and the other people of East Timor during the invasion by Indonesia, and the spirit of Uncle Adolfo's fighting bird. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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81508 : Noodle pie by Starke, Ruth Andy and his father, a Vietnamese former refugee, return to Hanoi for the first time in over twenty years. Andy experiences a real cultural shock as he feels very Australian and doesn't like being called by his Vietnamese name. Over time, Andy discovers a lot about his relatives, his father and himself, as he helps his dad tell them about his life in Australia. 5-6 booklist |
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3191 : Old magic by Baillie, Allan & Wu, Di (ill) Grandfather cracks his old toy top to bring back his magic from the old country. His grandson, a Chinese Australian boy, learns to understand the place of his own culture in his new Australian lifestyle. 3-4 booklist |
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5744 : One step at a time by Jolly, Jane & Heinrich, Sally (ill) Luk and his grandmother live high in the mountains of Burma. They work hard, dragging timber from the forest, and look forward to the day when their pet elephant, Mali, will be old enough to help. One morning, when Mali is foraging for bananas, there is a loud explosion. 3-4 booklist |
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587898 : One tree by Cheng, Christopher & Whatley, Bruce (ill) One tall tree on the mountain once marked Grandfather's farm. Now there is a busy city and Grandfather lives with us in our apartment. Once he told stories but now he stays silent. Until one day, in the city market, I find something precious ...something that brings Grandfather's memories alive again. K-2 booklist |
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18654 : One whole and perfect day by Clarke, Judith Lily, the sensible one in her family, wants to be like other teenagers, fall in love and not be responsible for everyone. She wants to bring her freakish family together for just one whole and perfect day. 7-9 booklist |
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587560 : Onibi: Diary of a Yokai ghost hunter by Sento, Atelier Two travellers explore the small cities and towns of Japan's countryside. Curious about the many ghost stories of these areas, they acquire a special camera which promises to capture the images of the many unusual ghosts they hear about on their travels. 5-6 booklist |
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291 : Onion tears by Kidd, Diana Nam-Huong escaped from Vietnam and lost her grandfather on the long terrible voyage. She finds it hard to release her pent up grief, until her teacher falls ill. 7-9 booklist |
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66192 : Operation Storm City by Mowll, Joshua Becca and Doug are back at their old family home in India, where they discover research papers containing clues to the expedition route of their missing parents and the location the fabled Storm City. Soon, they are on a perilous journey to the Takla Makan desert, racing against the enemy by steam train, riverboat and airship across the Himalayas. Book 3 of The Guild Trilogy. Topics /
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40833 : Other bears, The by Thompson, Michael Mother and Father Koala are suspicious of the other bears and surprised that they are so different. But, the little koalas have other ideas. K-2 booklist |
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36204 : Other Christy, The by Phommavanh, Oliver My name is Christy but nobody calls me that. In my class, there's another girl named Christie, who is popular and loud, and everyone likes her. I've become just the other Christy, the spare Christy. Just once, I'd like to be noticed and have a real friend. Someone I can bake treats for and who just gets me, and my weird, fussy Grandpa. Topics /
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Asia-Pacific literature /
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817 : Our village in the sky by Brian, Janeen & Spudvilas, Anne (ill) Our village sits above the great river, nestled in the Himalayan mountains. This is what we do on summer days when school is closed for holiday time, in our village in the sky. 5-6 booklist |
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660682 : Over the moon: let love in by Hoster, Colin & Dey, Sia & Wang, Yujia (ill) & Myers, Brittany (ill) Fueled with determination and a passion for science, a bright young girl named Fei Fei builds a rocket ship to the moon to prove the existence of a legendary Moon Goddess. There she ends up on the adventure of a lifetime and discovers a whimsical land of fantastical creatures. K-2 booklist |
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46245 : Owl ninja by Fussell, Sandy & Nest James, Rhian (ill) A drumbeat echoes through the mountains. It is calling the samurais to war. The samurai kids at Cockroach Ryu (school) don't want to fight. Somehow, they must persuade the emperor to silence the drum and stop the war. 5-6 booklist |
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7084 : Pattan's pumpkin: An Indian flood story by Soundar, Chitra & Lessac, Frane (ill) Pattan finds an ailing flower and decides to plant it near his hut and nurture it. To Pattan's surprise, the flower changes into a magnificent pumpkin and grows until it reaches the summit of the mountain. When the storm clouds burst and the waters rise, Pattan's pumpkin just might save the family. Topics /
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305 : Pattern of islands, A by Grimble, Arthur The colonial governor gives his account of life on Kirabati and Tuvalu, two islands in the Pacific. Topics /
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13156 : Peach blossom princess, The by Chase, Katie Rosie finds a painted fan and it has a little princess on it. And, sure enough, after saying hello, Rosie is whisked away to a beautiful garden in Japan where she meets Princess Hana. Topics /
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7159 : Peasant prince, The by Cunxin, Li & Spudvilas, Anne Chinese-inspired watercolours charmingly support this picture-book adaptation of the true story of the life of a boy in Communist China, during the last decade of Chairman Mao's reign. At eleven, Li was plucked from obscurity to train as a ballet dancer, thus escaping his poor, peasant village roots. He travelled the world as a dancer and was finally reunited with his parents. 5-6 booklist |
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34219 : Peeking ducks by Bell, Krista & Rippin, Sally (ill) Three young ducklings live with their parents and sister on a quiet stream. Ignoring instructions against exploring too far, the trio investigate the much larger River Li, where they soon find out how much they still need to learn to be safe. K-2 booklist |
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41228 : Peony lantern, The by Watts, Frances When Kasumi leaves her remote village for the teeming city of Edo, her life is transformed. She has been chosen by a samurai to become a lady-in-waiting to his new wife. Kasumi is surprised as she has no skills for this role and, worst of all, she is always in trouble for speaking her mind. Surely, this will get her into trouble with her new mistress. When Kasumi learns of a secret that puts them both in danger, she must solve the mystery, behind the danger they face, in order to save herself and her mistress. 7-9 booklist |
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17036 : Photographs in the mud by Wolfer, Dianne & Harrison-Lever, Brian Jack and Hoshi are soldiers on opposite sides who meet on the Kokoda Track during World War Two. Graphic illustrations enrich this sensitive, realistic and harrowing story of the personal tragedy of two soldiers and their loved ones at home. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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832 : Ponyo by Miyazaki, Hayao A modern adaptation of the little mermaid's story translated from the Japanese and beautifully illustrated by award winning animation director, Hayao Miyazaki. Sosuke, a young boy, lives high on a cliff overlooking the sea and rescues a little fish he calls Ponyo. Ponyo becomes a real girl and they are firm friends until her sorcerer father forces her to return to the sea. But, Sosuke's heart is pure and true and brave. 3-4 booklist |
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27421 : Promising Azra by Thurloe, Helen Azra is sixteen, smart and enthusiastic. When she wins a place in a national science competition, Azra thinks her biggest problem will be getting her parents' permission to go. But, she doesn't know that they're busy arranging her marriage to an older cousin she's never met, in Pakistan, in just three months time. Azra's dreams of finishing high school with her friends then studying science are suddenly overshadowed. Her dreams and ambitions do not include marriage. 7-9 booklist |
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52056 : Race for the Chinese Zodiac, The by Wang, Gabrielle & Rippin, Sally (ill) & Abos, Regine (ill) The Jade Emperor has declared a great race. The first animals to cross the river will win a place in the Chinese Zodiac. But, there are only twelve places to be won and thirteen animals line up along the shore. 3-4 booklist |
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2133 : Ratwhiskers and me by Marwood, Lorraine A prose-verse novel, set amidst the chaos and brutality of the Victorian goldfields in the 1800s. The narrator, traumatised by a fire in which her family died, and her mangy dog, Ratwhiskers, are befriended by a Chinese boy. Posing as a boy, she flees to the Chinese camp, pretending to be Chinese and taking a new name. 7-9 booklist |
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49401 : Raven Lucas: Chinese whispers by Harris, Christine Raven's dad is still missing and the search is taking her to Malaysia. An attempted theft, intruders and a boat ride into dangerous waters can not stop Raven from learning the truth about what happened to her dad. 5-6 booklist |
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10349 : Red bridge, The by Dunstan, Kylie Claire and her family have moved from Australia to Vietnam. She feels lost and lonely in the busy, bustling streets of Hanoi, until she finds the red bridge and a new friend to show her the way. K-2 booklist |
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23043 : Red dirt diaries: Blue about love by Nannestad, Katrina Blue is now twelve years old and still living on the Hardbaked Plains and keeping a diary capturing the upcoming wedding of her beloved teacher. Blue is meant to be a bridesmaid. But should Miss McKenzie be getting married? How could she love someone named James Linley Welsh-Pearson? Topics /
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70369 : Red haze: Australians and New Zealanders in Vietnam by Davidson, Leon A balanced view of the Vietnam War is presented but it does not tell the whole story, nor does it pretend to. For mature students, the book has evocative and harrowing descriptions of war, the role of the allied soldiers and the tactics of the Vietcong. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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23669 : Red piano, The by Leblanc, Andre & Barroux (ill) For one young girl, a resident of a labour camp, a run-down, old piano brings some humanity into her life and to a system that has none. Each night, she bravely steals away to play on the battered instrument and, sheet by sheet, she gradually assembles, then copies, the music. One night, she is caught at the piano. A story about international concert pianist, Zhu Xiao-Mei, and the Chinese Cultural Revolution. Topics /
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1230 : Red samurai by Hall, Tiffiny Roxy is the White Warrior. She has a crush she is keeping secret, the school bully to deal with plus there is her older sister. Differences between Roxy and Elecktra are easily seen and sibling rivalry becomes a catalyst for what is to come, affecting the immediate family but also the ninja and samurai community. There is an enemy lurking and it soon becomes clear that the White Warrior is about to meet her match. 5-6 booklist |
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91550 : Revolution is not a dinner party by Compestine, Ying Chang Ling lived a comfortable life with her parents until Comrade Li moved into their apartment. Her life changed dramatically at home and at school, and Ling soon feared for the lives of her family and friends. She endured extreme hardship just to survive, as she struggled to understand the Chinese cultural revolution. Her love for Chairman Mao and his teaching was tested to the limit. Topics /
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3696 : Romeo and Juliet: graphic novel by Shakespeare, William & Appignanesi, Richard (adapt) Shakespeare's most famous love story of revenge, violence and tragedy. Romeo, a rock star, falls in love with Juliet and Verona becomes a street in Tokyo's highly fashionable Shibuya district. The star-crossed lovers are caught up in a feud between two Yakuza, Japanese mafia, families which erupts into violence and killing. Graphic (Manga) novel with authentic Shakespearean text. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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15366 : Running man, The by Bauer, Michael Gerard When a young artistic boy is asked to draw a portrait of his neighbour, a disabled Vietnam veteran, the neighbours gossip. An uneasy relationship begins to unfold, one that will force the boy and the veteran to confront their darkest secrets, secrets of violence and abuse. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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1067 : Running wild by Morpurgo, Michael For ten year old Will and his mother, going to Indonesia isn't just a holiday, it's a chance to put things behind them. At first, it seems just what they both need but, then, the tsunami comes crashing in. Oona, the elephant, that Will is riding on the beach, begins to run. When the tsunami has gone, Oona keeps on running. With only a bottle of water to sustain him, Will must learn to survive deep in the jungle. 7-9 booklist |
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928 : Sachiko: A Nagasaki bomb survivor's story by Stelson, Caren August 9, 1945, began like any other day for 6 year old Sachiko. Her country was at war, she didn't have enough to eat. At 11:01 am, she was playing outdoors with four other children. Moments later, those children were all dead. An atomic bomb had exploded just a half mile away. A true story of a young girl who survived the atomic bomb and her long journey to find peace. Topics /
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338 : Sadako and the thousand paper cranes by Coerr, Eleanor In the aftermath of the bombing of Hiroshima, Sadako's dying wish is to make one thousand paper cranes in accordance with the Japanese legend that says that the gods will grant the maker's wish to be well again. Topics /
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15946 : Samsara dog by Manos, Helen & Vivas, Julie (ill) Samsara Dog lived many lives. Some were long, while others lasted only a few days. Dog never remembered them. He lived each life as it came until he learned the most important lesson of all. 5-6 booklist |
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43616 : Sarindi and the lucky Buddha by Fraser, Janine M & Hurst, Elise (ill) Sarindi tries everything to help his mother regain her health. A meeting with a stranger at Lucky Buddha's shrine changes Sarindi's life. Readers will gain an understanding of the beliefs, rituals and superstitions of the Indonesian people. 3-4 booklist |
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82692 : Sarindi's dragon kite by Fraser, Janine M & Hurst, Elise (ill) It's Sarindi's birthday and what he wants more than anything else is the multi-coloured dragon kite he sees in the market. When he wakes up and sees the kite, he can't wait to go to the beach to fly it with his father. But, an earthquake has flattened a nearby town and he and his father must go to see if they can help. 3-4 booklist |
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342 : Saving Abbie by Baillie, Allan Abbie is a very engaging, six year old, orphan orang-utan on the final leg of an odyssey that will see her reintroduced to her Kalamantan home. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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112082 : Seams of gold by Cheng, Christopher & Rawlins, Donna (ill) Danny is off to the goldfields with his uncle who has sung in the Chinese Opera but now sews. Reluctantly, Danny also discovers he has a talent for sewing repairs and for creating beautiful things. 3-4 booklist |
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27475 : Shadow of the fox by Kagawa, Julie Every millennium, one age ends and another age dawns...and whoever holds the Scroll of a Thousand Prayers is able to call the great Dragon God from the sea and be granted one wish. The time is near and the pieces of the Scroll are desperately sought by those who would demand ultimate power. A humble, peasant girl holds the first scrap of the Scroll, a girl with a dangerous secret. Demons have burned Yumeko's home to the ground, killing the master who trained her to hide and use her kitsune shape-shifting powers. She escapes the temple and is thrust into the path of a mysterious samurai, Kage Tasumi of the Shadow Clan. Yumeko realises quickly that he is under orders to find the scroll she carries...and to kill anything or anyone in order to do so, but she needs his help. Will her tricky kitsune ways be enough to keep her safe? A wish will be granted and a new age will dawn. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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907 : Shadow sister by Wilkinson, Carole Tao is learning to be a dragonkeeper but, with no one to teach him, there are dangers at every turn for him and his dragon, Kai. Tricks by unseen spirits, attacks by giant seven-headed snakes and a ghost who turns blood into ice, all test Tao to prove he is worthy. 5-6 booklist |
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1231 : Shahana: through my eyes by Hawke, Rosanne & White, Lyn (ed) Shahana is almost fourteen and has not known a life of peace. She lives near the Line of Control, the border, patrolled by Pakistani and Indian soldiers, that divides Kashmir.Her parents are dead and Shahana must leave school to look after her younger brother and grandfather. 'Freedom fighters' from both sides roam, looking for food, children to recruit and worse. And, other dangers lurk from within her own community. 5-6 booklist |
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19991 : Shaolin tiger by Fussell, Sandy & Nest James, Rhian (ill) Sensei and his students from the Cockroach Ryu (school) travel by sea from Japan to China to give aid to the Shaolin Monks. The boat's captain is drowned and Yoshi, who tried to save him, is left troubled. In China, one of Sensei's past students, Qing-Shen, is determined to gain retribution for Sensei's broken promise. The Little Cockroaches must protect Sensei by outsmarting Qing-Shen. 5-6 booklist |
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35609 : Shaozhen by Chim, Wai Shaozhen has no intention of staying in his remote and poor village in Henan and becoming a poor farmer. But when the worst drought in over sixty years threatens the entire village, he realises he must come up with a plan. And better yet, he needs the people of the village to support his plan if it is going to succeed! 7-9 booklist |
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2347 : Shark caller, The by Wolfer, Dianne Fourteen year old Isabel is returning to her birthplace in Papua New Guinea. She's eager to see her family again but there's a tragic reason for the trip. Izzy's twin brother, Ray, has died in a freak diving accident. Things have changed since their last visit. Logging threatens the community's way of life and sharks no longer answer the ancestral song of the shark callers. The clan needs someone to undertake a traditional and perilous diving ritual. It must be a twin from the shark calling lineage. Izzy is the last twin. 7-9 booklist |
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13271 : Shauzia by Ellis, Deborah Shauzia is a teenage girl living in a refugee camp on the borders of Afghanistan and Pakistan. She dreams of going to France to meet her friend, Parvana. Shauzia runs away from the camp and her journey is fraught with difficulties and dangers. 7-9 booklist |
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5184 : Shout out to the girls: a celebration of awesome Australian women by Penguin Random House Australia Let's hear it for the Australian women who have shaped our history and are expanding our future! Shout-outs to 50 awesome Australian women with easy-to-read biographies of their incredible achievements. From Cathy Freeman to Turia Pitt, Edith Cowan to Julia Gillard, Mum Shirl to Vali Myers, plus rally car drivers, molecular biologists and more, this book is a celebration of women in all fields, from all walks of life, and from Australia's past and present. 5-6 booklist |
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579249 : Silent one, The by Cowley, Joy When Jonasi was sent from the sea as a boy to grow up in an isolated Pacific Village, no one knew the unique gift he would reveal. Unable to hear or speak, Jonasi retreats to an underwater world where he develops a friendship with a rare white turtle. When the villagers turn their back on Jonasi and believe him and the turtle to be spirits of bad luck, Jonasi must find a way to save the turtle... and himself. A mysteriously moving story of a lonely boy and his strange destiny. Topics /
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17864 : Sky village, The by Ashland, Monk & Nigel & Nentrup, Jeff (ill) In a future where wild beasts, humans and mechanical beings battle for control, two children, Mei and Rom, on opposite sides of the earth, connect through a mysterious journal that comes alive to reveal a powerful primal force and a frightening destiny. Mei and Rom must work together to overcome evil. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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101579 : Snake by Stone, Jeff Five brothers were taught a different animal style of Kung-fu by the Grandmaster and each one uses it throughout their adventures. One brother, Seh, is a snake-style master and a keeper of secrets who uses his attuned senses to collect information. Topics /
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8970 : Sondok, princess of the moon and stars, Korea AD 595 by Holman, Sheri In a series of messages placed in her grandmother's ancestral jar, a seventh century princess and future ruler of the Korean kingdom of Silla vents her frustration at not being permitted to study astronomy because she is a girl. Topics /
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15025 : Spilled water by Grindley, Sally One frightening day, everything changes in Lu Si-Yan's life. A country Chinese girl whose father dies, Lu Si-Yan is sold by her uncle to work for a family in the big city. She refuses to spend her life in servitude, determined to be reunited with her family. Topics /
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16516 : Takeshita demons by Burne, Cristy & Siku (ill) Japanese born Mika is feisty and funny, and torn between the old ways taught by her beloved, deceased grandmother and fitting into twenty-first century London. When a replacement teacher turns out to be a demon bent on her demise, Mika tackles the problem head on. Topics /
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779 : Tale of a dark horse, The by Brennan, Sarah It's 135BC and Emperor Han Wudi is desperate for a tall, dark and handsome horse. He will be hard to track down, as he is as free as a gypsy. Topics /
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32293 : Tale of Chester Choi, The by Brennan, Sarah Chester Choi is one bad Chinese dragon. He just loves children... eating them, that is! But Chester has a secret - he's desperately lonely and what he really wants is a friend. 5-6 booklist |
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13308 : Tale of Oswald Ox, The by Brennan, Sarah Meet Oswald Ox. Bone idle on the farm, just chewing his cud and rolling in the mud, while all the other animals are hard at work. No wonder he's in trouble! Then the winter stores go missing, and Oswald is firmly in the frame. Will wisdom and dignity triumph over meanness and greed? 5-6 booklist |
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26918 : Tale of Pin Yin Panda, The by Brennan, Sarah Pin Yin is a giant panda living in the misty Sichuan forests in China... but she isn't just any giant panda. She's got beautiful, brains and a healthy ego to match! On Chinese New Year's Eve, she makes a surprise announcement - this year is going to be The Year of the Panda. Will the tradition of a millennia be swept aside or will this practically perfect panda be put in her place? 5-6 booklist |
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32537 : Tale of Rhonda Rabbit, The by Brennan, Sarah It's 221BC, and the mighty Emperor Qin Shi Huang is not amused. Somebody or something is stealing from the royal vegetable patch! Enter Rhonda Rabbit, one very bad bunny, with extremely annoying habits and an appetite to match! Will the Emperor save his greens, or will Rhonda Rabbit live to crunch another day? 5-6 booklist |
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32536 : Tale of Run Run Rat, The by Brennan, Sarah Meet Run Run Rat - a loveable rodent with a mission. He's determined to find fame and glory when he sets out to travel the length and breadth of China. But fame and glory find him in the most unexpected way when he reaches Beijing on the eve of the Olympics Marathon. 5-6 booklist |
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15927 : Tale of Sybil the Snake, The by Brennan, Sarah Everybody adores Sybil Snake - she's beautiful, clever and extremely charming. But all is not as it seems ion the Emperor's menagerie and Sybil is more of an enchantress that meets the eye. 5-6 booklist |
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1736 : Tale of Temujin, The by Brennan, Sarah Temujin the Tiger is the Terror of the East. He's wrought a trail of destruction and fine dining from Mongolia right up to the gates of the Grand Imperial Palace in China! But Princess Precious is pretty awful as well, with a talent for tantrums and an ear-piercing scream! Watch what happens when two irresistible forces collide! 5-6 booklist |
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113080 : Tales from outer suburbia by Tan, Shaun A beautifully illustrated and innovative book, full of fanciful whimsy that takes us to a place where we might think about ourselves and our society. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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574727 : Tales of a Korean grandmother by Carpenter, Frances Just as the children of the Kim family are treated to traditional folk tales from their beloved grandmother, the reader is invited into the life of this noble family from an older time. As big and small events happen in the life of the Kim family, grandmother has a different story to share from thousand of years of Korean history and tradition to entertain and to explain everything from why cats and dogs are not friends and to how the Korean people came to be. Topics /
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10418 : Tao by Newman, John Ever since Jo took his dad away, Tao feels like he's in the middle of a tug-of-war between his parents. But, he can't help hoping that they will get back together someday. It's Tao's birthday and he's turning ten. When the phone rings, Tao thinks it's just a wrong number from someone called Mimi. But, Tao's life is about to change, forever. Topics /
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6466 : Thai-no-mite by Phommavanh, Oliver I'm Lengy and I'm Thai. My parents run a restaurant named Thai-riffic! but I'm always craving hot chips and pizza. Mum and Dad's idea of a holiday? Going to Thailand to visit all our relatives. Recipe for getting there? Survive Dr Needlemouse and his arsenal of needle. Squeeze in a snappy budget trip to Dreamworld. Catch a red-back spider for my Auntie. Celebrate Christmas, Thai-riffic style! Recipe for surviving the planning? A heap of good luck and plenty of THAI-NO-MITE! Phew! I'll need a holiday after this... 5-6 booklist |
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4466 : Three Indian goddesses by Gavin, Jamila Enter the magical and exotic world of Indian legends in these three modern stories, inspired by Hindu tales. There are temples, festivals, dancing, curses and battles, as well as three Indian goddesses, Kali, Lakshmi & Durga. Topics /
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15759 : Three Indian princesses by Gavin, Jamila Discover the enchanting lives of three Indian princesses, Savitri, Damayanti and Sita, in these retellings of three Hindu tales. Enter the world of palaces, beautiful jewels, romance, jealousy, secrets and demons. Topics /
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47234 : Thunderbolt pony, The by Gregg, Stacy Twelve year old Evie has a lot to deal with. First came her dad's cancer followed by the OCD that dominates her life. Now a devastating earthquake has shaken apart her world. When the evacuation starts and Evie realises she must leave her pony Gus behind, she refuses to join the others and sets out with her best friend Gus, dog Jock and cat Moxy to reach the rescue ship. But the earthquakes are not over and time is running out. Topics /
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18354 : Tiger by Stone, Jeff The ancient Canzghen Temple is destroyed, its secret scrolls stolen and all the warrior monks are dead except for the five youngest. Tiger is one monk who was trained in violence, in tiger-style Kung Fu. He works to reclaim the secret dragon scroll. Topics /
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2580 : Tiger stone by Mansell, Deryn In Java in the fourteenth century, the villagers are fearful of Mbah Merapi, the rumbling volcano that overshadows their lives. Kancil, the lowliest kitchen servant, knows the real danger is human but she is fatherless and mute. She will lose everything if her identity is revealed. But, Kancil must warn the villagers of the danger they are facing. 7-9 booklist |
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29438 : Tiger trouble by D'Ath, Justin Sam is determined to save a pair of baby tigers about to be smuggled out of India, when he encounters a tiger which can take care of itself. 5-6 booklist |
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415 : Tiger, The by Masson, Sophie Java is the setting for this story about an Indonesian family and an old mystery surrounding Nick's grandmother. 7-9 booklist |
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4442 : Tikki Tikki Tembo by Mosel, Arlene A retelling of the Chinese folk tale about a boy who falls down a well and nearly drowns because his brother struggles with his tongue-twister name. It has become a children's classic. Topics /
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5576 : Touch the sun: The freedom finders by Conolan, Emily To find freedom, you must leave behind everything you've ever known. It is 2011. You want nothing more than to be a journalist in Somalia like your aunty. But the truth can be dangerous - and when you and your little sister are left alone, you find yourself facing life-and-death choices at every turn. Can you escape a terrorist organisation and find a safe place to call home? You'll be asked to cross a desert on foot, hide below deck in a leaky boat, and put your life in the hands of people smugglers. At every turn, the choice is yours. How far will you go for freedom? 7-9 booklist |
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14541 : Travelling solo to India by Guthridge, Bettina Curry, camel fairs, cricket and tigers. Come to India and have all the fun of travel without leaving home. Glossary and index included. 3-4 booklist |
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4545 : Travelling solo to Japan by Guthridge, Bettina All the fun of travelling to Japan without leaving home. 3-4 booklist |
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5905 : Travelling solo to Vietnam by Guthridge, Bettina Rice fields, water puppets, sampans and pagodas. Come to Vietnam and have all the fun of travel without leaving home. Glossary and index included. 3-4 booklist |
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4547 : Treasure hunters by Baillie, Allan A young boy is rescued from a disaster at sea and joins his father searching for treasure near an Indonesian island. His story is interwoven with that of Diego who is travelling on a 16th century Portuguese treasure ship. 7-9 booklist |
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24909 : Tsunamis by Fradin, Judy & Dennis The 2004 Asian Tsunami resulted from the second largest earthquake ever recorded. Lasting over eight minutes, it was also the longest on record. The quake measured 9.0 on the Richter scale, large enough to vibrate the entire planet and violent enough to move an ocean. Eyewitness accounts and dramatic photography put you in the terrifying path of the huge wave that washed ashore in many countries. Topics /
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428 : Two bullies, The by Morimoto, Junko Two strong men try to out bluff each other, and each becomes a winner. This has been translated from an original Japanese story. 5-6 booklist |
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5812 : Tyger Tyger by Stanley, Elizabeth The tigers living in the jungle are threatened by poachers. The monks take many of them in and become their devoted keepers, but how can they protect the tigers still in the jungle. 5-6 booklist |
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3872 : Ubby's Underdogs: Heroes beginnings by McKenna, Brenton E In Broome, a small pearling town in the heart of an ancient land, Ubby, a smart, street-wise Aboriginal girl, is the leader of a rag-tag gang, known as the Underdogs. The gang's efforts to locate Sai Fong, the Dragon Summoner, have been halted by the ambitious pearling master, Paul Donappleton. Old myths and smoky legends from an ancient scroll begin to take on new meaning and it becomes a race to unravel the truth. Topics /
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639769 : Ubby's Underdogs: Return of the dragons by McKenna, Brenton E It is the late 1940s and Broome, a small pearling town in the heart of an ancient land, is still recovering from WWII. Ubby and her gang of Underdogs cross into the Forbidden Zone on the Broome coastline in a desperate bid to locate their missing friend Sai Fong who has disappeared without a trace. What they encounter is worse than anything they could ever have imagined. To survive, the Underdogs must call upon the local gangs to unite, solve the mystery of the Dragon Summoner, and make contact with the mysterious Phoenix Dragon to fight the battle of all battles against an evil and unearthly enemy. What is at stake is the future of humanity itself. The third and final installment in the Ubby's Underdogs graphic novel series. 7-9 booklist |
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10066 : Ubby's Underdogs: The legend of the phoenix dragon by McKenna, Brenton E In Broome in the 1940s, the pearling town is recovering from World War II. Ubby, a street-wise Aboriginal girl, leads a rag-tag gang known as the Underdogs. When Ubby recruits Sai Fong, a Chinese girl off the boat from Shanghai, they are thrown into a series of bizarre adventures full of myths and legends, and secrets never before exposed. Topics /
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9167 : Unforgotten coat, The by Boyce, Frank Cottrell Two refugee brothers from Mongolia are determined to fit in with their Liverpool schoolmates. They bring so much of Mongolia to Bootle that their new friend and guide, Julie, is hard-pressed to know truth from fantasy, as she recollects a wonderful friendship that was abruptly ended when Chingis and Nergui were forced to return to Mongolia. Topics /
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5607 : Urashima Taro and other Japanese children's favourite stories by Sakade, Florence & Hayashi, Yoshio (ill) Welcome to a fantastic world populated by lonely dragons, adventuresome boys, magical elves, and a host of other beloved characters who have lived on for centuries in the traditional tales of Japan. Drawn from folklore passed down from generation to generation, the ten enchanting Japanese children's stories collected in this volume have been lovingly retold just for today's readers. Vibrantly illustrated and full of thrilling adventures, funny discoveries, and important lessons, they're sure to become story time favourites. Topics /
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26307 : Vermonia: call of the winged panther by Yoyo Evil Lord Uro's soldiers have kidnapped and imprisoned Mel, far away from her friends and her home on the planet of Blue Star. Her friends pledge to find her and continue on their fated journey through the Turtle Realm. Their destiny has long ago been foretold in an ancient prophecy. Japanese Manga novel. Series best read in book order. 5-6 booklist |
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42774 : Vermonia: quest for the silver tiger by Yoyo The planet of Vermonia has fallen to General Uro's army. On Earth, four twelve year old friends have no idea that the time has come for them to fulfil an ancient prophecy. To save the kidnapped and imprisoned Mel Doug, Naomi and Jim need to release their own, true warrior spirit. Japanese Manga novel. Series best read in book order. 5-6 booklist |
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2770 : Vermonia: release of the red phoenix by Yoyo General Uro's reign of terror continues to spread through Turtle Realm. Doug, Naomi and Jim, are brought to a village, burning under Uro's evil command. Naomi must become one with her warrior spirit to help put out the destructive flames and free Mel who is trapped in a bubble. Japanese Manga novel. Series best read in book order. 5-6 booklist |
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18910 : Vermonia: the Rukan prophecy by Yoyo The battle for Vermonia continues and depends on the courage of four friends. Japanese Manga novel. Series best read in book order. 5-6 booklist |
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50907 : Vermonia: the warrior's trial by Yoyo The Blue Star Warriors enter the core of Xandan Island in a desperate attempt to protect the Pillar of Thunder. Jim and Doug must pass through the Lake of Wishes, where whatever they long for most will be used against them. Even with the help of their animal guardians, they may not be able to save the Turtle Realm from falling into darkness. Series best read in book order. 5-6 booklist |
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440 : Village by the sea, The by Desai, Anita This story is set in a fishing village near Bombay, India, and tells of the two oldest children and their struggle to keep the family together. Topics /
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1960 : Wabi sabi by Reibstein, Mark & Young, Ed (ill) Wabi Sabi, the little cat, sets out to find out the meaning of her name. Beautifully told and illustrated in the Japanese style with a special form of stylised Haiku poetry as a main feature. Topics /
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2925 : Way of the dragon, The by Bradford, Chris 1613. Japan is threatened with war and samurai are taking sides. As the battles begin, Jack's warrior training is put to the ultimate test. His survival depends upon him mastering the secret sword technique of the legendary samurai Masamoto. First Jack must recover his father's prize possession from the deadly ninja Dragon Eye. Topics /
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9945 : Way of the warrior, The by Bradford, Chris It's1611 and Jack Fletcher is shipwrecked off the coast of Japan, his father and crew slaughtered by ninja pirates. Rescued by sword master Masamoto Takeshi, Jack's only hope is to become a samurai warrior. Life at the samurai school is a constant fight for survival. Jack is singled out by bullies and treated as an outcast. Topics /
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10698 : Whale's child, The by Rubinstein, Gillian Ken has been having problems with his training for squad swimming. The unexpected discovery of a Japanese relative and her tales of the migrating whales help him to succeed. 7-9 booklist |
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628163 : When Billy was a dog by Murray, Kirsty & Blair, Karen (ill) 'Can I please, please, please have a dog?' asked Billy. 'Would you walk it every day and wash it if it got dirty?' 'I would, I promise!' said Billy. Billy wants a dog. He really really really wants one. Billy's parents aren't so sure. So one morning, Billy takes matters into his own paws. K-2 booklist |
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60317 : White crane by Fussell, Sandy & Nest James, Rhian (ill) It's not easy being a one-legged, trainee Samurai warrior but Niya, the white crane, and the other kids at the Cockroach Ryu (school) want to prove to themselves, and those who despise them, that it is their abilities, not their disabilities, that count. Together, they must face danger, fear and the taunts of the Dragon Ryu. 5-6 booklist |
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5363 : Wicked warriors and evil emperors by Lloyd, Alison & Denton, Terry (ill) Imagine that you're made a king at twelve. You have tons of gold, a network of spies and a million soldiers. You also have plenty of enemies. This is the incredible story of Zheng Ying, who in 221BC conquered all the states, unified them under one banner and declared himself the first Emperor. He was brilliant and brutal, and his legend has lived on for thousands of years. Includes cartoon style illustrations. 7-9 booklist |
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9552 : Wishing cupboard, The by Hathorn, Libby & Stanley, Elizabeth (ill) When his mother goes away Tran's grandmother shows him a wishing cupboard. They find it full of things, places and special memories. 3-4 booklist |
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2857 : Yong: The journey of an unworthy son by Brian, Janeen Thirteen year old Yong doesn't want to leave his home in China to travel to the Australian goldfields in Ballarat. But, as the firstborn son, he has no choice. On the long and treacherous journey, Yong strives to be an honourable son, while he and his father face many hardships and dangers. But, in his heart, Yong knows the shameful truth. His honour is a lie. Somehow, Yong must find the courage to face what lies ahead. 5-6 booklist |
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15042 : Zen shorts by Muth, Jon J These Zen tales involve a poor man giving gifts to a robber, a farmer who realises there are silver linings to dark clouds and a monk who must learn to let go of his burdens. Topics /
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