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40 pp.
| Chronicle |
November, 2008 |
TradeISBN 978-0-8118-5716-1$16.99
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Elisa Kleven.
Thong introduces readers to the fascinating wishing customs from fifteen countries representing six continents, including a rhyme and a short paragraph about each tradition. Kleven's intricately detailed mixed-media illustrations give glimpses into the cultures mentioned and encourage readers to pore over every page. Brief notes at the end provide more information about the wishing lore of each location.