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See moreWritten and illustrated by creators from across the Asian continent, Bedtime Stories showcases a curated collection of favourite tales from Asian history, based on important figures and events from around the world. Each story is the ideal length to read at bedtime as well as any moment when young readers are looking for an inspirational read!
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A beautiful, celebratory and joyful book of bedtime stories.
Written and illustrated by creators with heritage from across the continent of Asia, Bedtime Stories: Amazing Asian Tales from the Past showcases a curated collection of tales from Asian history, based on important figures and events.
Each story is the ideal length to read at bedtime as well as any moment when young readers are looking for an inspirational read!
Features one young reader's winning entry from the First News and Scholastic competition.
An empowering and celebratory gift, perfect for any child wanting to learn more about history's untold stories.
Beautifully illustrated throughout with lovely twinkly foil highlights on the hardback cover.
Stories include those of:
- King Sejong the Great, a Korean King who invented an alphabet
- Julia Domna, a Syrian princess and Roman empress
- Margaret Lin Xavier, Thailand’s first female doctor
- Sake Deen Mohammed, the Indian man who brought shampooing and curry to Britain
Written by: Sufiya Ahmed, Maisie Chan, Shae Davies, Saima Mir, Bali Rai, Annabelle Sami, Rebeka Shaid, Cynthia So and Rekha Waheed.
Illustrated by: Ginnie Hsu, Aaliya Jaheel, Jocelyn Kao, Jennifer Khatun, Hannah Li, Debby Rahmalia, Abeeha Tariq, Kubra Teber, Tika and Tata, and Amanda Yoshida.
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ISBN: 9780702316012
Publisher: Scholastic
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 13 October 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Scholastic
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 196.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 730g
Pages: 160
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Lizzy's listChildren's Books
Lizzy's Favourite Kiwi Pukapuka!
Here a huge bunch of incredible books for Kiwi kids of all ages, by amazing Kiwi authors! Including picture books and chapter...View the list -
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Lizzy's listChildren's Books
Books for Helping Kids with Emotions!
Books are a great way to help children learn about emotions - giving them the language to name and recognize how they...View the list -
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Lizzy's listChildren's Books
Chapter Books for the Classroom
Looking for some fresh inspiration when it comes to reading to your class? Lizzy has you covered with her chapter book recommendations!View the list -
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Lizzy's listChildren's Books
Travel Books for Tamariki
Going on a trip with your children? There are some amazing pukapuka (books) that are perfect for young travelers! Check out this...View the list -
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Lizzy's listChildren's Books
Lizzy's Favourite Picture Books
A collection of my favourite picture books to read aloud with my child and keep on the bookshelf as a reminder of...View the list
