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Rumi

whirling dervish
2009
An illustrated account of the life of thirteenth-century mystical poet Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi, founder of the order of the whirling dervishes.

Demi's Count the animals 1-2-3

Rhyming text helps the reader count a menagerie of animals from one to 100.

The legend of Saint Nicholas

2003
Recounts pivotal events in the history and life of Saint Nicholas, including how he came to be associated with Christmas and Santa Claus.

Liang and the magic paintbrush

1980
A poor boy who longs to paint is given a magic brush that brings to life whatever he pictures.

Jesus

2005
Recounts the life of Jesus of Nazareth, from his origins as a carpenter to his crucifixion and resurrection.

The magic pillow

2008
A poor young boy in China yearns for wealth and power, until a magician gives him a magic pillow that brings dreams of what would happen if his wishes came true.

The girl who drew a phoenix

2008
Feng Huang finds a phoenix feather and tries to draw the bird. She is unable to convey the phoenix's powers until the Queen Phoenix offers her help.

Happy, happy Chinese New Year!

2003
Examines the customs, traditions, food, and lore associated with the celebration of Chinese New Year.

The greatest treasure

1998
In this traditional Chinese tale, a poor man receives a treasure of gold and discovers the true value of simple pleasures.

Happy New Year!

Kung-hsi fa-ts'ai!
1997
Examines the customs, traditions, foods, and lore associated with the celebration of Chinese New Year.

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