Donna Jo Napoli

Una fascinante recopilación de mitos sobre dioses, heroes y monstruos clásicos.La mitología griega lleva años fascinando a niños y mayores. Esta premiada compilación es el regaloáperfecto para quienes quieren descubrir las historias de Zeus, Atenea, Poseidon, Helena de Troya, Perseo y Hercules, entre otros muchos heroes y dioses de la mitologia griega. Los mitos vienen acompañados de mucha informacion adicional, desde mapas a datos historicos, asi como un practico arbol genealogico para entender quien es quien en el Olimpo.Un libro que auna relatos que te haran disfrutar Con el sello de calidad deNational Geographic y preciosas ilustraciones a todo color.

En el inmenso océano, un simple grano de arena parece pequeño e insignificante. Pero con el tiempo se inicia el cambio. Capa a capa, ese grano va creciendo y trasformándose, y empieza a surgir su belleza.Esta luminosa y emotiva historia nos recuerda la sorprendente capacidad de cambio que todos conservamos en nuestro interior.

The timeless tales from the early books of the Bible have captivated generations. In this lush storybook, the fresh voice of lyrical storyteller Donna Jo Napoli and the lavish artwork of Christina Balit bring classic stories to life for a young, modern audience.Noahs Ark, Moses, David and Goliath, the ten plagues, Daniel and the lions den, Jonah and the giant fish, and many more of the Bibles most powerful stories--27 in all--are compellingly retold in this beautifully illustrated treasury. Readers will be fascinated by the ancient people and events they encounter, surprised by some of the lesser known accounts revealed, and inspired by the lessons these tales impart. Stories cover important ground beyond religion, such as culture, history, and geography, and they touch on issues that remain relevant today--faith, loyalty, kindness, violence, generosity, greed, jealousy, and more. These accessible, readible stories give kids a rich picture of biblical times, which encourages them to think about our role in the world and to learn more. Napolis magicial storytelling is sure to ignite childrens imaginations. Along with Balits stunning art, this is a book kids will want to explore again and again--a classic that families can read aloud together.

Classic stories and dazzling illustrations of princesses, kings, sailors, and genies come to life in a stunning retelling of the Arabian folk tales from One Thousand and One Nights and other collections, including those of Aladdin, Sinbad the Sailor, and Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. The magical storytelling of award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes these timeless tals and ignites childrens imaginations.

The story of a teenage Mary Magdalene -- here called Miriam -- is finally told.... When the world goes dark and her mind explodes within her, Miriams future is shattered. In ancient Israel such seizures make her unclean. If anyone finds out about them, she will be an outcast. Only Abraham -- the son of Hannah, her caretaker -- shares her secret. Abraham, too, is afflicted -- a perfect mind in an imperfect body -- and to the villagers he is an idiot. To Miriam he is a savior....

Can T.J. accept her own voice? T.J. has always had a problem with certain words, and rather than say them wrong, sometimes shed rather not talk at all. Can the Little Angel of Acceptance get her the

Other peoples feelings mattter Molly is angry and embarassed that her big sister, Amanda, has a baby. Now some of Mollys friends wont play with her, and they talk about her behind her back. Molly doesnt want anything to do with them, either. Shes left out, and its all Amandas fault! The Little Angel of Compassion wants to earn her wings, but she knows she has a tough task ahead of her. Molly is pushing her sister away, just when she needs all the friends she can get. Can the Little Angel of Compassion help Molly get over her anger before she ends up all alone? Have compassion

The Little Angel of Understanding gets along with everyone -- except for the Little Angel of Learning. He uses big words, and the little angel doesnt always know what they mean. Will the Little Angel of Understanding be able to earn his wings if there are still some words he cant figure out? Hell have to help Maggie with her problem first. Maggie loves it when her grandmother comes for a visit. But this trip is different, because Gram isnt just visiting. Shes going to move in with Maggies family -- forever. Can the Little Angel of Understanding help Maggie make room for Gram?

Even angels have a hard time playing fair The Little Angel of Fairness wants to treat all of her friends the same way, but sometimes it isnt easy. Shes trying hard to earn her wings, and she really wants to get the best Angel assignments. But is it fair if her friends are sometimes left behind? Jessica knows what it feels like to be left behind. She wants to hang out with her older brother, Hank. But sometimes Hank wants to do things that are for "boys only" -- like dressing up in a pirate costume for the big town parade. Jessica wants to dress up, too. And she knows she could come up with a great costume. Can the Little Angel of Fairness help her show Hank that girls are just as good as boys? Be fair.

The Little Angel of Generosity loves giving gifts to his friends, especially when he gets a gift in return. And he loves helping children, as long as he earns another feather for his wings. Hes still learning what giving is all about when he meets a little girl named Dinah who needs his help. Dinah likes to give gifts, too. And she really likes to get nice things for herself. But her family doesnt have a lot of money, and she wants things they cant afford -- sometimes she even wants those things badly enough to take what doesnt belong to her. Its up to the Little Angel of Generosity to show her that its not what you have, but what you give that counts.

Melkorka is a princess, the first daughter of a magnificent kingdom in medival Ireland -- but all of this is lost the day she is kidnapped and taken aboard a marauding slave ship. Thrown into a world that she has never known, alongside people that her former countrys laws regarded as less than human, Melkorka is forced to learn quickly how to survive. Taking a vow of silence, however, she finds herself an object of fascination to her captors and masters, and soon realizes that any power, no matter how little, can make a difference. Based on an ancient Icelandic saga, award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli has crafted a heartbreaking story of a young girl who must learn to forget all that she knows and carve out a place for herself in a new world -- all without speaking a word.

If ever there was a book primed to show American children why families from other countries are often desperate to reach our shores, this is it. Booklist (starred review)A timely reminder about conditions in our current world. The Horn BookA worthy introduction to an important slice of history. Kirkus ReviewsThrough the eyes of twelve-year-old Lorraine this moving personal story (Booklist, starred review) from the award-winning author of Hidden and Hush gives insight and understanding into a little known part of historythe Irish potato famine.It is the autumn of 1846 in Ireland. Lorraine and her brother are waiting for the time to pick the potato crop on their family farm leased from an English landowner. But this year is differentthe spuds are mushy and ruined. What will Lorraine and her family do?Then Lorraine meets Miss Susannah, the daughter of the wealthy English landowner who owns Lorraines familys farm, and the girls form an unlikely friendship that they must keep a secret from everyone. Two different cultures come together in a deserted Irish meadow. And Lorraine has one question: how can she help her family survive?A little known part of history, the Irish potato famine altered history forever and caused a great immigration in the later part of the 1800s. Lorraines story is a heartbreaking and ultimately redemptive story of one girls strength and resolve to save herself and her family against all odds.

Imagine being a little angel... The Little Angel of Imagination loves to do creative things, like paint pictures and make up stories. And he always comes up with creative ways to help other people. But it will take a lot more than just imagination to help Louie.... Louies little brother always wants to make up silly games, like pretending the family dog is actually a racehorse. But Louie wont play along -- he thinks make-up games are for babies. Besides, hed rather watch TV after school than play outside. Is there a cure for this couch potato? The Little Angel of Imagination has a plan that just might work. Use your imagination!

How many feathers will it take? The Little Angel of Freedom cant wait till her wings are full of feathers. Then shell hear a bell ring, and be able to fly. But to prove shes ready, she has to help out Simone, a little girl with a big problem. Simone likes to capture animals -- especially bugs. Sometimes they get harmed while theyre in her care. The Little Angel has to use her powers to show Simone the right thing to do. But Little Angels worried -- how will she rescue the captured animals? And will she ever get enough feathers to earn her Angelwings at last? Be kind to animals!

Nick thinks he can figure out everything on his own. Why should he have to read books when he can make things up himself? It will take an important lesson from the Little Angel of Learning to change

Why is everyone always so mean to Drew? Drew is miserable. He and his family have just moved to a new house in Florida and Drew has no one to play with. His sisters are mean and bossy, and his parents are too busy unpacking to pay attention to him. The only one who wants to be around him is the crazy old dog across the street -- and Drew wants nothing to do with him. Can the Little Angel of Empathy help Drew get along with others -- or will he stay lonely forever?

A young girl must learn to survive and find her family against all odds in this heartbreaking companion to Hush from award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli.Lost at sea when her sister is taken captive on a marauding slave ship, Brigid is far removed from the only life she knew as a princess and the pampered daughter of an Irish king.Now Brigid has few choices. Alone and abandoned, she disguises herself as a boy and vows to find her innocent sister forced into slavery. Over the course of her search, many years pass and Brigid grows from a child to a womanand she still does not give up. She lives off the land, meets friend and foe along the way, and gains a reputation as a tough woman, fierce enough to conquer men. It is not fierceness that guides her but the love for her missing sister and the longing for her family to be reunited. She pushes forward on her journey, knowing that her only real power comes from within herself.Based on the legend of the first female Norse pirate, award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli has crafted a remarkable survival story spanning years and continentsa sweeping tale that will transform readers.

Everyones good at something. Stanley cant seem to do anything right. He doesnt draw well, hes not good at sports, and sometimes it feels like his parakeet, Casper, is the only one who listens to him. Whats the point of trying new things if he knows hell never succeed? It will take the Little Angel of Persistence, and some help from a new friend, to make Stanley realize what his special talents really are. Be persistent.

YOUNG XING XING IS BOUND. Bound to her fathers second wife and daughter after Xing Xings father has passed away. Bound to a life of servitude as a young girl in ancient China, where the life of a woman is valued less than that of livestock. Bound to be alone and unmarried, with no parents to arrange for a suitable husband. Dubbed "Lazy One" by her stepmother, Xing Xing spends her days taking care of her half sister, Wei Ping, who cannot walk because of her foot bindings, the painful but compulsory tradition for girls who are fit to be married. Even so, Xing Xing is content, for now, to practice her gift for poetry and calligraphy, to tend to the mysterious but beautiful carp in her garden, and to dream of a life unbound by the laws of family and society. But all of this is about to change as the time for the villages annual festival draws near, and Stepmother, who has spent nearly all of the familys money, grows desperate to find a husband for Wei Ping. Xing Xing soon realizes that this greed and desperation may threaten not only her memories of the past, but also her dreams for the future. In this searing story, Donna Jo Napoli, acclaimed author of Beast and Breath, delves into the roots of the Cinderella myth and unearths a tale as powerful as it is familiar.

A sixteen-year-old stowaway discovers her destiny on Noahs ark in this riveting reimagining from award-winning author and master storyteller (SLJ) Donna Jo Napoli.The rain starts suddenly, hard and fast. After days of downpour, her family lost, Sebah takes shelter in a tree, eating pine cones and the raw meat of animals that float by. With each passing day, her companion, a boy named Aban, grows weaker. When their tree is struck by lightning, Sebah is tempted just to die in the flames rather than succumb to a slow, watery death. Instead, she and Aban build a raft. What they find on the stormy seas is beyond imagining: a gigantic ark. But Sebah does not know what shell find on board, and Aban is too weak to leave their raft.Themes of family, loss, and ultimately, survival and love make for a timeless story. Donna Jo Napoli has imagined a new protagonist to tell the story of Noah and his ark. As rain batters the earth, Noah, his family, and hordes of animals wait out the storm, ready to carry out their duty of repopulating the planet. Hidden belowdecksis Sebah.