Countries appoint many Ambassadors, hundreds of them typically, to represent themselves to other nations, international organizations and global programs.
But did you know that we also have a National Ambassador of Young People’s Literature? Meet Gene Luen Yang. Read more…An Ambassador of a different kind
If you’re looking for audiobooks that have adventure, nail-biting excitement, friendship, courage and loyalty, look no further than these three, great, horse-tales. Read more…Horse tales, aloud
Title: Heart of a Samurai
Author: Margi Preus
Narrator: James Yaegashi
Length: 6h 15m
Format: Full length story
Age group: 10+
When 14-year old Manjiro, the son of a poor Japanese fisherman, finds himself shipwrecked on a deserted island with a rag-tag bunch of mates, he fears the worst. But rescue arrives in the form of an American whaling ship, and soon Manjiro finds himself amidst an international, possibly barbaric crew, sailing towards America. Curious, brave, adventurous, and aspiring above his lowly station to live by Samurai principles, Manjiro embraces this chance to learn about the wider world. Read more…Audiobook review: Heart of a Samurai
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