Shining (Hardcover)

by Julius Lester (Author), John Clapp (Illustrator) "ONCE UPON A TIME and long, long ago, in a mountain village far, far away, a girl as black and silent as wonder was born..." (more)
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"This elemental tale has power." (The Horn Book )

Product Description
In a small mountain village, a young girl named Shining is born. As she grows, Shining runs, plays, and smiles like other children, but she does so silently. The villagers fear and shun her, but Shining remains silent and waits for the right moment, and for the right sound, to come--a sound so true, it will win the hearts of her people . . . and win Shining her rightful place as their leader.
Newbery Honor author Julius Lester has created a powerful tale about the importance of remaining true to one's self and finding one's voice. John Clapp's luminous paintings add a breathtaking dimension to Shining, a character as distinct and enchanting as the world she inhabits.
Notes by the author and the illustrator supplement the text.


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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Harcourt Children's Books (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0152007733
• ISBN-13: 978-0152007737
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,793,266 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Message, June 5, 2005

By	Amber L. Moreau (Vancouver, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book uses wonderful artwork and good wording to tell a story that ends with a message that shows a need for tolerance. The book is a great book to read to children to start a conversation about the value of tolerance.

3.0 out of 5 stars a bit to mature, October 19, 2008

By	scit71 "pat" (new york) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Shining (Hardcover)

I bought this book for a second grade student in my class who is a select mute. It is a beautiful story, but is above grade level for my children. I have offered it to the parents to read one on one to their child.