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2016 USBBY Outstanding International Books, Grades Pre K - 2

A dog, feared and mistreated by everyone, is rescued and cared for by a man who needs and appreciates him
Pointed ears, sharp teeth, and a back slightly bent under dark fur: a lonely dog gets mistaken for a wolf. No one came close no one dared so the sad dog howled. Until one day, someone reached out a hand to him."

Exquisite artwork with gold foil and a skillfully written text convey the universal appeal of the Christmas story to children of all ages
The account of Jesus' birth, familiar to children around the world, is powerfully retold here. Giotto's unsurpassed fresco cycle of the Nativity brings the story to vibrant life, while Geraldine Elschner's thoughtful text engages readers young and old.

Wann ist eigentlich Ostern? Mal im März, dann wieder im April: Das Datum ändert sich jedes Jahr. Warum eigentlich? Hilda, die liebenswerte Henne, will es wissen, denn ihr Küken möchte genau am Ostersonntag auf die Welt kommen. So macht sie sich auf, das Geheimnis zu lüften.

The visit of the Three Kings to the stable at Bethlehem is one of the most memorable of the Christmas stories. Filled with anticipation, and following an unknown star, the Magi begin the long quest to find the new-born king and to offer him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. The thoughtful, gentle text will engage readers of all ages.

In 1517, a humble monk by the name of Martin Luther posted a list of 95 grievances against the Church of Rome, and in so doing he changed the course of history. Never had anyone so openly questioned the Church s authority. No one could suspect not even Luther himself that his speaking out would herald the beginning of a new movement that came to be known as the Reformation."