Jane Yolen ist eine produktive Autorin, deren umfangreiches Werk Romane, Poesie, Fantasy, Journalismus, Songwriting, Geschichtenerzählen, Folklore und Kinderliteratur umfasst. Ihre Schriften befassen sich oft mit den Tiefen der menschlichen Erfahrung und fantastischen Welten, wobei sie einen einzigartigen und lyrischen Stil beibehält. Yolen wird für ihre Fähigkeit gefeiert, Leser aller Altersgruppen anzusprechen, und erforscht Themen wie Familie, Verlust und die Kraft der Erzählung.
Mit genau 144 äErwähltenä will Reverend Beelson in einem Camp das Weltende überleben. Unter ihnen sind Marina und Jed, die sich ineinander verliebt haben. - Eine spannende Geschichte über Verführbarkeit und religiösen Wahn.
Die Familie Stern feiert das Passahfest und erinnert sich. Hannah ist dieser Geschichten von Verfolgung und Tod überdrüssig. Doch dann geschieht Merkwürdiges: Ihre Wirklichkeit wird zu einer neuen Wirklichkeit inmitten der jüdischen Lebenswelt eines polnischen Städtchens im Jahr 1942. Hannah ist nun Chaja - mit den Erinnerungen aus der Zukunft und dem Wissen um das Schicksal der Juden.
Die Trilogie erzählt von der Freundschaft zwischen Mensch und Drachen. Der 15-jährige Jakkin lebt auf einer Drachenfarm und träumt von einem Kampfdrachen, um sich freizukaufen. Er stiehlt einen jungen Drachen, den er in der Wüste abrichtet, und findet Unterstützung bei dem Mädchen Akki in schwierigen Zeiten.
Einen Kampfdrachen aufzuziehen und zu trainieren ist Jakkins großer Traum. Jakkin ist fünfzehn und unfreier Knecht auf Master Sarkhans Drachenfarm. Hätte er nur einen Kampfdrachen! Mit dem Geld, das Jakkin bei den Drachenkämpfen gewinnt, könnte er sich von Master Sarkhan freikaufen. Deshalb stiehlt er einen kleinen Drachen und zieht ihn heimlich in der Wüste auf. Doch Master Sarkhan schöpft Verdacht. "'Drachenblut' ist fesselnd und originell - der ideale Einstieg in die Welt von Fiction und Fantasy." hörzu
Jakkins Drache Herzblut erkämpft in den Arenen von Austar einen großartigen Sieg nach dem anderen. Jakkin wird dadurch sogar aus der Knechtschaft befreit. Aber lange kann er sich nicht darüber freuen, denn durch seine Freundin Akki wird er in die politischen Auseinandersetzungen auf Austar verwickelt und unwissentlich in einen grauenhaften Anschlag hineingezogen. So bleibt Jakkin, Akki und Herzblut nur die abenteuerliche Flucht in die Berge.
Schloss der Verdammten: Gemma erzählt ihren drei Enkeltöchtern immer wieder das Märchen vom Dornröschen, es ist aber eine persönlich geprägte Fassung. Die drei Mädchen wissen lange nicht, dass das Märchen nicht der offiziellen Version entspricht. Als Gemma stirbt, weiß ihre Familie gar nicht, woher sie eigentlich gekommen ist und wie sie wirklich geheißen hat, nur dass sie 1944 in die USA eingewandert ist. Die jüngste Enkelin geht nun den wenigen Spuren nach, die sie in die Schrecken des Holocausts führt und entdeckt die Wahrheit hinter dem Märchen. Gemma, genannt die Prinzessin, war in einem alten Schloss gefangen, das von den Nazis zum endgültigen Vernichtungslager umfunktioniert worden war. Als einzige Frau überlebte die von den Nazis für tot Gehaltene und wurde von ihrem Partisanen-Prinzen wieder zum Leben erweckt. Geschickt verbindet die bekannte und mehrfach preisgekrönte, amerikanische Schriftstellerin Mythologie und Geschichte und erlaubt dadurch den Lesenden eine neue, erschütternde Betrachtungsweise des Schreckens dieser Zeit, die einen tief berührt und unter die Haut geht. Ab 14 Jahren, *****, Elisabeth Tschudi-Moser.
Jane Yolens preisgekrönte Geschichte handelt von einer außerirdischen Zivilisation, die durch das Eindringen menschlicher Sozialwissenschaftler und eine geheimnisvolle alte Prophezeiung für immer verändert wird. Im Jahr 2132 landen Mitglieder der Anthropologen-Gilde auf dem Planeten Henderson’s IV, auch bekannt als L’Lal’lor. Beauftragt mit der nicht-invasiven Untersuchung außerirdischer Kulturen, entdeckt die Crew eine Gesellschaft, die von Liebe und Lachen befreit ist. Stattdessen dreht sich alles um den Tod – eine Welt von Aristokraten und einfachen Leuten, in der Trauer eine Kunst und der Grundpfeiler des Lebens ist. Doch die außerirdische Zivilisation steht am Rande einer erstaunlichen Veränderung, die durch die Entdeckung von Linni, dem Grauen Wanderer, einer jungen Frau vom Land, heraldet wird. Für den Anthropologen Aaron Spenser wird L’Lal’lor zu einem Ort verführerischer Versuchungen, der ihn mit seiner geheimnisvollen, traurigen Schönheit anzieht und in eine unvorstellbare kriminelle Handlung führt. Erzählt aus den wechselnden Perspektiven sowohl außerirdischer als auch menschlicher Charaktere, ist "Eine Welt der Traurigkeit" eine nachdenkliche, lyrische und fesselnde Erzählung über den ersten Kontakt.
Um den jungen Artus als König von Britannien zu legitimieren und ihre gefährlichste Gegnerin, die Zauberin Morgause, auszuschalten, denkt sich Hofzauberer Merlinnus eine List aus: Er fertigt einen Stein an, in dem ein magisches Schwert steckt. Nur der rechtmäßige König Britanniens soll die Macht besitzen, dieses Schwert aus dem Stein zu ziehen. Zunächst läuft alles wie geplant: Ritter, Edelleute und einfache Bauern - sie alle erhalten die Gelegenheit, das Schwert zu ziehen, aber der Einzige, dem das Meisterstück gelingt, ist Artus. Schon feiert ihn das Volk als wahren König, als sich herausstellt, dass das Schwert im Stein gar nicht Merlinnus' Zauberklinge war. Jemand anderes muss Artus zuvorgekommen sein...
Überall auf der Welt lieben Kinder das Tanzen. Und überall auf der Welt lieben Kinder Märchen. Was liegt da näher, als beides miteinander zu verbinden? Diese reich illustrierte Sammlung von Märchen aus aller Welt rund um das Thema Tanz lebt von ihrer Vielfalt und dem Blick auf die unterschiedlichsten Formen der Tanzkultur, von Europa bis Afrika, Amerika bis Asien. Meisterhaft erzählt von Jane Yolen und Heidi Stemple, zauberhaft illustriert von Helen Cann.
Featuring seven jewels of the classical ballet tradition, this sumptuous collection will enchant young dreamers and dancers alike. This book includes a brief history of Classical Ballet. * Cultural Diversity: A companion to The Barefoot Book of Dance Stories.
This exuberant celebration of poetry is an essential book for every young one’s library and a gorgeous gift to be both shared and treasured.Sit back and savor a superb collection of more than sixty poems by a wide range of talented writers, from Margaret Wise Brown to Gertrude Stein, Langston Hughes to A. A. Milne. Greeting the morning, enjoying the adventures of the day, cuddling up to a cozy bedtime — these are poems that highlight the moments of a toddler’s world from dawn to dusk. Carefully gathered by Jane Yolen and Andrew Fusek Peters and delightfully illustrated by Polly Dunbar, Here's a Little Poem offers a comprehensive introduction to some remarkable poets, even as it captures a very young child’s intense delight in the experiences and rituals of every new day.
Cuddle up and share this feel-good book from the creators of How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?
The story beautifully narrates the journey of baby Moses as he is placed in a basket on the River Nile by his sister Miriam. With lyrical prose, it captures Miriam's protective spirit and the unfolding events that lead Moses to become the Prince of Egypt. This kid-friendly retelling emphasizes themes of family, faith, and destiny, making it an engaging introduction to a beloved biblical tale for young readers.
Late one winter night a little girl and her father go owling. The trees stand still as statues and the world is silent as a dream. Whoo-whoo-whoo, the father calls to the mysterious nighttime bird.But there is no answer.Wordlessly the two companions walk along, for when you go owling you don't need words. You don't need anything but hope. Sometimes there isn't an owl, but sometimes there is.Distinguished author Jane Yolen has created a gentle, poetic story that lovingly depicts the special companionship of a young child and her father as well as humankind's close relationship to the natural world. Wonderfully complemented by award-winning John Schoenherr's soft, exquisite watercolor illustrations, this is a verbal and visual treasure, perfect for reading aloud and sharing at bedtime.
Welcome to the green house, where day and night, the melodic prattle of exotic animals fills the air. The rich hues and tones described in the text explode in each illustration, and with every turn of the page, readers can feel the heat and vibrancy of this tropical paradise."Unlike the plethora of contrived or sentimental books on the subject, this one is simplicity itself -- eloquent and effective". -- Kirkus Reviews -- "The next best thing to a guided tour". -- School Library Journal, starred review "A strikingly vibrant package". -- Publishers Weekly
Combining dark fantasy with detective elements, this series features atmospheric and suspenseful cases that captivate readers. The richly detailed artwork enhances the storytelling, creating a unique blend of mystery and fantasy that draws you into each investigation.
Rhyming text and illustrations present some of the ways dinosaurs can play with their friends, from hogging the swings to sharing toys.
A playful peek into the homes of dinosaur babies and their parents at bedtime. schovat popis
Meet two young monsters who are far from scary - they're too busy having fun! They go to school, play outside with their friends and eat after-school snacks. And like human children they also have a bedtime, whether they're ready for it or not!
Jane Yolen and Mark Teague's phenomenally best-selling dinosaurs are back, and this time they're going to school!
This playful peek into the homes of curious dinosaur children is the perfect way to encourage your own little dinosaur to count to ten and name different colours.
Jakkin and Akki return to the dragon nursery, but their homecoming arouses mixed emotions. What they've learned about survival could transform Austar IV--or, if entrusted to the wrong hands, bring about its destruction.
Describes how a dinosaur eats, with no rude noises and while sitting very still. How does a dinosaur eat all his food? Does he burp, does he belch, or make noises quite rude? Does he pick at his cereal, throw down his cup, hoping to make someone else pick it up? Just like kids, dinosaurs have a difficult time learning to behave at the table. However, with a little help from Mom and Dad, these young dinosaurs eat all before them with smiles and goodwill. As in their previous books, Yolen and Teague capture children's rambunctious natures with playful read-aloud verse and wonderfully amusing pictures
A playful peek into the homes of poorly dinosaurs
Jane Yolen, the bestselling and award-winning author of The Devil's Arithmetic, returns to World War II and the Holocaust with this timely and necessary novel. It's 1942 in Poland, and the world is coming to pieces. At least that's how it seems to Chaim and Gittel, twins whose lives feel like a fairy tale torn apart, with evil witches, forbidden forests, and dangerous ovens looming on the horizon. But in all darkness there is light, and the twins find it through Chaim's poetry and the love they have for each other. Like the bright flame of a Yahrzeit candle, his words become a beacon of memory so that the children and grandchildren of survivors will never forget the atrocities that happened during the Holocaust. Filled with brutality and despair, this is also a story of poetry and strength, in which a brother and sister lose everything but each other. Nearly thirty years after the publication of her award-winning and bestselling The Devil's Arithmetic and Briar Rose, Yolen once again returns to World War II and captivates her readers with the authenticity and power of her words. Perfect for fans of Markus Zuzak's The Book Thief and Ruta Sepetys's Salt to the Sea.
Enraged at not being invited to the princess's christening, the wicked fairy casts a spell that dooms the princess to sleep for 100 years.
Featuring the beloved dinosaurs from the previous book, this engaging concept book introduces young readers to counting from one to ten. With simple rhyming text and vibrant, full-color illustrations, it combines learning with fun, making it an enjoyable experience for children as they explore numbers alongside their favorite prehistoric characters.
Jane Yolen poetically reminds young readers that a simple box can be a child's most imaginative plaything as artist Chris Sheban illustrates its myriad and magical uses.
The eight stories presented in this book each have a different dance as their central theme. End-notes also explain the steps for each of the dances.
"A triumphantly moving book." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review Hannah dreads going to her family's Passover Seder—she's tired of hearing her relatives talk about the past. But when she opens the front door to symbolically welcome the prophet Elijah, she's transported to a Polish village in the year 1942. Why is she there, and who is this "Chaya" that everyone seems to think she is? Just as she begins to unravel the mystery, Nazi soldiers come to take everyone in the village away. And only Hannah knows the unspeakable horrors that await. A critically acclaimed novel from multi-award-winning author Jane Yolen. "[Yolen] adds much to understanding the effects of the Holocaust, which will reverberate throughout history, today and tomorrow." —SLJ, starred review "Readers will come away with a sense of tragic history that both disturbs and compels." —Booklist Winner of the National Jewish Book Award An American Bookseller "Pick of the Lists"
Hannah thinks tonight Passover Seder will be the same as always. But this year she will be mysteriously transported into the past. Only she knows the horrors that await.
From Africa, Burma, and Czechoslovakia to Turkey, Vietnam, and Wales here are more than 150 of the world's best-loved folktales from more than forty countries and cultures. These tales of wonder and transformation, of heroes and heroines, of love lost and won, of ogres and trolls, stories both jocular and cautionary and legends of pure enchantment will delight readers and storytellers of all ages. With black-and-white drawings throughout Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library
Jane Yolen's acclaimed Pit Dragon Trilogy--now with thrilling new covers!
Just beyond the boundaries of imagination lies a country of the mind which requires a guide. The best such guides achieve celebrity. A few become legends. Of this small number, one is Jane Yolen. TALES OF WONDER is a collection of enchanting pieces from a masterful teller of tales and maker of myths. From the mysterious and magical worlds of DRAGON'S BLOOD and CARDS OF GRIEF, from the realms of faerie, from the doom-laden environs of ancient myth and the problematic universe of modern science fiction come stories of warmth, of charm, at once original and reassuringly familiar. These are tales to delight the connoisseur and to satisfy the most exacting.
It is an old, old tale, the German story of Briar Rose, the Sleeping Beauty. Now one of America's most celebrated writers tells it afresh, set this time in the forests patrolled by the German army during World War II. A tale of castles, of mists and thorns, of a beautiful sleeping princess, and an astonishing revelation of death and rebirth. A tale that will leave you changed forever. The tale of Briar Rose.
Stories deal with dragons, kings, outlaws, dream weavers, an alien poet, a frustrated musician, a water spirit, mermaids, demons, and an enchanted dove
"A funny space adventure that spoofs Star Wars while providing an easy-to-read story." —Booklist When Commander Toad and the crew of the Star Warts learn that a disaster has struck and asteroid, they race across the galaxy to the rescue. But it's hard to figure out just what is wrong, especially when there is a language barrier between the Star Warts crew and the pigeon inhabitants of the dis-asteroid. A hero is needed, but is even intrepid Commander Toad brave enough to save the day? Fans of DK Readers: LEGO Star Wars, Tom Angleberger's Origami Yoda, and silliness will toad-ally love Commander Toad!
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Set against a backdrop of a midwestern sky, this book features a young birder and her mother observing a pair of Bald Eagles engaged in a courtship display. The narrative invites readers into the eagles' woodland habitat, emphasizing themes of nature and discovery. The book is part of a series that supports the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, a leader in bird study and conservation. Through expressive text and dreamlike illustrations, it captures the magic of everyday moments in the natural world, encouraging young readers to appreciate wildlife.
The book explores the humorous ways dinosaurs express their anger through mischief and playful antics. Readers will enjoy seeing these little dinosaurs yell and stomp, showcasing their naughty behavior. Ultimately, the story highlights the importance of managing emotions, as the dinosaurs learn to calm down after their outbursts.
All the jump-roping, rollerskating, skyscraping excitement of city life is packed into this pulsating collection of poems selected by Jane Yolen. Poems by Langston Hughes, Jane Yolen, Rachel Field, and others capture the rush and rumble, toss and tumble of taxis and trains, pigeons and parks, sidewalks, and street cleaners. Ken Condon's bold illustrations evoke the gritty passion of the urban scene. Young readers will delight in this irresistible anthology that crackles with energy and zest.
Illustrations and rhyming text present some of the different ways a well-behaved dinosaur can celebrate the eight days and nights of Chanukah.
A clever twist on Sleeping Beauty for emergent readers. Princess Miserella is very beautiful outside, but inside she's the meanest, wickedest princess around. Plain Jane, on the other hand, has a face to match her name but a sweet and loving nature that earns her three wishes from a fairy. Miserella's horrible manners make the fairy so angry that her magic throws them all into a deep sleep. Will the handsome prince kiss the right girl?
In rhyming text, naughty dinosaurs learn the importance of having good manners, saying "please" and "thank you," and never, ever making a mess.
Young fans of Star Trek and silliness will toad-ally love Commander Toad!Brave Commander Toad and the crew of the spaceship Star Warts have a mission: they must go where no spaceship has gone before and bring a little bit of earth out to the alien stars. But when they try to land their sky skimmer on the planet made of water, a terrible sound rises from the waves. Deep Wader is not pleased at being disturbed. "This planet belongs to me," he roars. It looks as though the crew of the Star Warts might become the monster's lunch.
Jenna was the White Queen, the thrice-born child of prophecy grown now into a beautiful, proud, desperate woman. Skada was the dark queen, the other half of Jenna's self, drawn out of a mirror by a rite of women's magic, bound to Jenna's side, confined to the dark. Both traversed a battle-torn land turned inside-out with the coming of White Jenna.
Not all princesses dress in pink. Some play in bright red socks that stink, blue team jerseys that don’t quite fit, accessorized with a baseball mitt, and a sparkly crown!Princesses come in all kinds. Exuberant text from Jane Yolen and her daughter Heidi Yolen Stemple paired with charming illustrations prove that girls can jump in mud puddles and climb trees, play sports and make messes—all while wearing their tiaras! Not every girl has a passion for pink, but all young ladies will love this empowering affirmation of their importance and unlimited potential.
As English armies invade Scotland in 1306, eleven-year-old Princess Marjorie, daughter of the newly crowned Scottish king, Robert the Bruce, is captured by England's King Edward Longshanks and held in a cage on public display.
Deborah, the first woman judge in Israel, foresees danger to the people of Israel, and helps general Barak lead his troops to victory.
A boy and his dog find a newly hatched bird in a nest in a magical little valley.
The story highlights Mrs. Noah's compassionate nature as she cares for injured birds and ensures their safety aboard the ark during the torrential rains. Among these birds, she has a special mission for the doves, emphasizing themes of kindness and hope amidst adversity.
The arrival of a mysterious young woman at Silex's Edinburgh church sets off a chain of supernatural events, challenging the gargoyle and his assistant, Craig. As they navigate the ensuing chaos, they must confront the unexpected and unravel the secrets surrounding her presence, blending elements of fantasy and intrigue in a compelling narrative.
Curious Eeny Mole emerges from her dark hole home to discover the world up above. There were once three sisters who lived at the bottom of a deep, dark hole. Their names were Eeny, Meeny, and Miney Mole. In that hole dark was light, day was night, and summer and winter seemed the same. The older sisters, Meeny and Miney, were happy in their hole. They loved the deep darkness of it, the soft dreaminess of it, the familiar tidiness of it. They did not ever want to leave. One day Eeny Mole discovers something wonderful Up Above. And she goes exploring.
Dimity Duck and Frumity Frog have a fun day together in the pond, then go home when it gets dark outside.
The story of Daedalus, the Greek master craftsman, who murdered his nephew because of envy, fled to Crete, and then, with his son, tried to fly away from Crete like a bird.
In this twist on the classic Jewish stories, Schlemiel lives in the famous town of Chelm, known as "the place of fools." When one day he embarks on a journey to America, he has no idea the people and adventures he will encounter. But what he quickly learns is that "not all the fools in the world live in Chelm."
It is the first day of school at Monster Academy, where all the monsters go, and the lesson for the day involves counting missing teeth, and Vic the vampire is sad because he still has both fangs--until Jo, a troublemaking student who whirls like a dervish but is actually a human, gives him an apple at lunch
Finding Baba Yaga is a mythic yet timely novel-in-verse by the beloved and prolific New York Times bestselling author and poet Jane Yolen, “the Hans Christian Andersen of America” (Newsweek). A young woman discovers the power to speak up and take control of her fate—a theme that has never been more timely than it is now... You think you know this story. You do not. A harsh, controlling father. A quiescent mother. A house that feels like anything but a home. Natasha gathers the strength to leave, and comes upon a little house in the wood: A house that walks about on chicken feet and is inhabited by a fairy tale witch. In finding Baba Yaga, Natasha finds her voice, her power, herself.... "Jane Yolen is a phenomenon: a poet and a mythmaker, who understands how old stories can tell us new things. We are lucky to have her."—Neil Gaiman
Kniha vypráva o povstaní Hebrejcov vedených Mojžišom a ich úteku z egyptského zajatia.
Serana e Meteora erano due bellissime fate sorelle, dame della Regina della Luce, e vivevano nel Boscoverde. Un giorno, senza volerlo, avevano scoperto un segreto che doveva rimanere nascosto e da quel momento la loro vita era cambiata per sempre. La regina aveva deciso infatti di punirle, separandole e mandandole in esilio sulla Terra: Serana a New York e Meteora a Milwaukee. Come angeli caduti, le due sorelle sono ormai sole, private dei loro poteri magici e soprattutto della loro bellezza e giovinezza. Si trascinano stanche nelle città in cui vivono, affrante per la nostalgia l’una dell’altra e per il ricordo struggente del luogo paradisiaco da cui provengono. Cercano con tutte le forze un modo per comunicare tra loro, senza riuscirvi. Ma la loro presenza sulla Terra è davvero soltanto una punizione? Qual è il vero motivo per cui la Regina della Luce le ha mandate tra gli uomini? Una fiaba piena di poesia in cui convivono l’umano e il soprannaturale, i rumori della metropoli e la magia di un mondo incantato.
