New Releases by Jeanette Winter

Renowned picture book creator Jeanette Winter tells the story of a young girl in Afghanistan who attends a secret school for girls. Young Nasreen has not spoken a word to anyone since her parents disappeared. In despair, her grandmother risks everything to enroll Nasreen in a secret school for girls. Will a devoted teacher, a new friend, and the worlds she discovers in books be enough to draw Nasreen out of her shell of sadness? Based on a true story from Afghanistan, this inspiring book will touch readers deeply as it affirms both the life-changing power of education and the healing power of love.

Acclaimed picture book biographer Jeanette Winter has found her perfect subject: Jane Goodall, the great observer of chimpanzees. Follow Jane from her childhood in London watching a robin on her windowsill, to her years in the African forests of Gombe, Tanzania, invited by brilliant scientist Louis Leakey to observe chimps, to her worldwide crusade to save these primates who are now in danger of extinction, and their habitat. Young animal lovers and Winter''s many fans will welcome this fascinating and moving portrait of an extraordinary person and the animals to whom she has dedicated her life. The Watcher was named a Best Book of the Year by the Boston Globe, Kirkus Reviews, Booklist, and the Bank Street College of Education.

Aquesta és una història real que succeeix a Colòmbia. El mestre Luis, un dia decideix carregar els seus dos rucs, l''Alfa i en Beto, amb llibres per portar-los als nens que, per viure en allunyades zones rurals, no tenen accés a ells. Des de llavors, recor

A l’Afganistan, després que els talibans es fessin amb el control, les nenes tenien prohibit anar a escola, les dones tenien prohibit sortir de casa seva sense anar acompanyades per un home de la seva família. Aquesta és la història real d’una nena, Nasr

A man, his burros, and his books bring joy to children in remote Colombian villages in this inspiring book based on a true story by celebrated picture book creator Jeanette Winter. Luis loves to read, but soon his house in Colombia is so full of books there’s barely room for the family. What to do? Then he comes up with the perfect solution—a traveling library! He buys two donkeys—Alfa and Beto—and travels with them throughout the land, bringing books and reading to the children in faraway villages. Complete with an author’s note about the real man on whom this story is based.

As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something—and starts by planting nine seedlings in her own backyard. And as they grow, so do her plans. . . . This true story of Wangari Maathai, environmentalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, is a shining example of how one woman’s passion, vision, and determination inspired great change. Includes an author’s note. This book was printed on 100% recycled paper with 50% postconsumer waste.

Every day, Angelina dreams of her home in Jamaica and imagines she is there, until her mother finds a wonderful way to convince her that New York is now their home.

Here is the incredible true story of a Red-tailed Hawk that makes himself at home in the most unlikely of places--atop a high-rise apartment building in New York City. Named Pale Male by his many fans, this majestic bird not only endures in this urban environment, he thrives. But when the residents have Pale Male''s nest removed from their building, a historic battle--and triumph--ensues, uniting bird lovers everywhere. With Jeanette Winter''s beloved folk art-inspired illustrations and soulful insight into the spirit of this beautiful hawk, this is a book that will delight nature enthusiasts of all ages. Includes an author''s note.

Alia Muhammad Baker es la bibliotecaria de Basora. Durante 14 años su biblioteca fue un lugar de encuentro para todos aquellos que amaban los libros. Hasta que empezó la invasión de Iraq. Esta es una historia real acerca de la lucha de la bibliotecaria por salvar el valioso fondo de la biblioteca y que nos recuerda a todos que, en el mundo entero, el amor por la literatura y el respeto por el conocimiento no conocen fronteras. A partir de 7 años. · Un libro basado en una historia real y actual (recogida en el año 2003 por el New York Times) · Las bibliotecas y los libros son un lazo a la vida y la amistad aun en tiempos difíciles Nota de la autora: La invasión de Iraq alcanzó Basora el 6 de abril del 2003. Con la ayuda de amigos y vecinos, Alia Muhammad Baker, la directora de la Biblioteca Central de Basora, consiguió rescatar el setenta por ciento de la colección de la biblioteca antes de que ésta se incendiara nueve días más tarde. Shaila K. Dewan, reportera del New York Times fue la primera en revelar estos hechos al mundo, después de haber oído la historia de Alia y su biblioteca durante una visita al restaurante de Anis Mamad, el Hamdan, que se encuentra cerca de la biblioteca i tiene fama de ser uno de los mejores de Basora. El intérprete de Shaila le dijo que Anis tenía una historia increíble que contarle sobre la guerra, así que Shaila le pidió una cita. Alia también estuvo presente, y juntos compartieron esta sorprendente historia. Poco después de que la biblioteca fuera destruida, Alia sufrió una apoplejía y la tuvieron que operar del corazón. Pero ahora se está recuperando, y, a pesar de todo, está decidida a ver la reconstrucción de la biblioteca.

Set during the devastating tsunami of 2004, MAMA is the touching true story of a baby hippo that was separated from his mother when the wave hit. After struggling alone for several days, the baby was rescued by Kenyan wildlife officers and brought to live in an animal refuge. There, all by himself, he adopted a new "mother"--that just happened to be a 130-year-old giant male tortoise. And they''ve been inseparable ever since. Although MAMA takes place against the backdrop of a terrible human tragedy, at the heart of this story is a moving and original tale of adoption--and of finding love and companionship in the least likely of circumstances. Includes an author''s note.

As a result of the 2004 tsunami, a baby hippo becomes separated from his mother, but a 130-year-old male giant tortoise takes on the role of "mama."

Alia Muhammad Baker est la bibliothécaire de Bassora, en Irak. Tous les amoureux des livres se retrouvent à sa bibliothèque. Mais aujourd''hui, c''est la guerre, et Alia redoute que les trente mille livres soient perdus à tout jamais. Dans un pays ravagé par la guerre, où les civils -surtout les femmes -ont peu de pouvoir, l''histoire véridique de cette bibliothécaire qui se bat pour les précieux livres de son peuple nous rappelle que l''amour de la littérature et le respect du savoir sont plus forts que les armes.

On September 11, 2001, two sisters from South Africa find a good use for the roses they have grown when the flower show in New York City is canceled due to the attack on the World Trade Center.

In South Africa, a Basotho girl paints designs on her house as a prayer to the ancestors for rain.

Album sélectionné par la BmL pour les classes maternelles et primaires en 2004

By following the directions in a song, "The Drinking Gourd," taught them by an old sailor named Peg Leg Joe, runaway slaves journey north along the Underground Railroad to freedom in Canada.

Classic nursery rhyme complete with evocative illustrations.

Simple rebus illustrations present the familiar cumulative nursery rhyme about the antics that go on in the house built by an unsuspecting Jack. Witty paintings bursting with color and action show the havoc wreaked by the series of animal and human visitors who come up the hill.

Describes how Johann Sebastian Bach survived the sorrows of his childhood and composed the music the world has come to love.

Presents, in brief text and illustrations, the life of the painter who drew much of her inspiration from nature.

Each winter Captain Herman fills his fishing schooner with Christmas trees, sails down Lake Michigan, and delivers the trees to the residents of Chicago.

A counting book, with some words in Spanish, inspired by Mexican folk artist Josefina Aguilar who makes painted clay figures.

A visit to Grandma provides lyrical moments of peace and pleasure.

A Swedish family faces many hardships when they immigrate to America in search of a better life.

Discusses the childhood of Diego Rivera and how it influenced his art.

Presents the Mother Goose rhyme inviting girls and boys to leave supper and sleep and come out to play in the street by the light of the moon. Illustrations show modern-day children.