Josh Tuininga
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Inspired by a true story, this graphic novel follows a Jewish immigrant's efforts to help his Japanese neighbors while they are incarcerated during World War II
Marco Calvo always knew his grandfather, affectionately called Papoo, was a good man. After all, he was named for him. A first-generation Jewish immigrant, Papoo was hardworking, smart, and caring. When Papoo peacefully passes away, Marco expected the funeral to be simple. However, he is...
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We Are Not Strangers explores a unique situation of Japanese and Jewish Americans living side by side in a country at war. Marco Calvo always knew his grandfather, affectionately called Papoo, was a good man. After all, he was named for him. A first-generation Jewish immigrant, Papoo was hardworking, smart, and caring. When Papoo peacefully passes away, Marco expects the funeral to be simple. However, he is caught off guard by something unusual. Among...
3) Why Blue?
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When a little girl wonders that age old question, "Why is the sky blue?" her imagination takes her on a beautiful journey of color, science and friendship. This gorgeously illustrated picture book works equally well in the classroom or at bedtime. Here's what people are saying about Why Blue, Children are naturally curious, creative and wonderful. They look at the world with fresh eyes, quite different than our own. How can we ensure that this kind...
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When a little girl wonders that age old question, "Why is the sky blue?" her imagination takes her on a beautiful journey of color, science and friendship. This gorgeously illustrated picture book works equally well in the classroom or at bedtime. This English-Spanish bilingual version is an excellent resource of a beautiful book.
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When a little girl wonders that age old question, "Why is the sky blue?" her imagination takes her on a beautiful journey of color, science and friendship. This gorgeously illustrated picture book works equally well in the classroom or at bedtime. This Spanish language version is an excellent resource of a beautiful book.