Idia Of The Benin Kingdom (libro En Inglés)

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Nombre: Idia of the Benin Kingdom (Libro en Inglés)
Marca: Our Ancestories

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Idia of the Benin Kingdom is an award-winning, empowering children's picture book that takes readers on a beautifully illustrated journey to the 1500s in ancient Africa.

Based on true historical events, this story captivates readers as they watch Idia transform herself from the young and curious daughter of a village warrior to becoming the Queen of the Kingdom of Benin.

Idia was an actual queen who helped rule the ancient kingdom of Benin with her wisdom, charisma, and prowess. Much has been written about her bravery, and artifacts in her image are treasured in museums all over the world.

This book imagines what her childhood may have been like, and shares the story of this well-loved and successful African queen in a way that is relatable to young readers.

From School Library Journal

PreS-Gr 3-The first entry of a fiction series about African history centers on Idia, the first Iyoba (Queen Mother) of the Kingdom of Benin from 1504-1550. The book opens on Idia's childhood after she dreams that she fights in a battle and treats the wounded. In her community, however, men are the sole leaders and warriors. In exchange for practicing dancing and doing chores, her father and mother, respectively, agree to teach her about being a warrior and a healer. Later, her abilities catch the eye of the Oba (King) and as she entertains his proposal of marriage, she dreams that she is destined to rule and help her son during his time as Oba. The tale ends with her marriage. Back matter includes a map and the facts of the tale, that Idia did indeed excel in battle, creating a plan to disguise herself as a man to help defend the kingdom from attackers. Aire's #OwnVoices debut hooks readers with the initial dream sequence to draw them into the arc of Idia's life. Substantial text (in a difficult-to-read font) appears on each page, accompanied by Shabelnyk's radiant digital images and glowing scenery. As a child, Idia wears bantu knots and a white wrapped dress. She has deep brown skin and large almond-shaped eyes. White, red, and gold dominate the apparel of her community, and lush green and warm yellows and tans make up the grasses and surrounding huts and earth. Several key images are more complex and painterly, featuring detailed body art and jewelry. VERDICT This unique story lyrically fills an obvious hole in picture books, animating a powerful figure and showing children that they can achieve their dreams, literal or metaphorical, through perseverance.-Clara Hendricks, Cambridge P.L., MA(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Review

Jessica Powers *****Good Reads Review Oh my goodness this is a beautiful book! The illustrations have the most sumptuous red color and the power of the story is wonderful. We've read this multiple times a day since getting it and my daughter has looked at it on her own as well.

Rachel *****Good Reads Review Aire uses her research of the topic wisely. She provides just enough information within the narrative to be informative, while not overburdening young readers with so much that they can't enjoy the story. #ownvoices books about lesser-known historical figures like this are essential reading.

Virginia Henderson *****Good Reads Review Downloaded this on a whim and enjoyed it. Beautiful artwork and well written. Not just for kids- it kept my attention and held my interest.

Jeannie OReceived this book as a gift. I was blown away by the craftsmanship of the hardback book. The story is very interesting and important. I wish this book was available when I was a child. These stories about ancient African civilizations are important for our young children to learn about, especially African American children.

"An excellent informative tale of an African queen for readers of all ages" - Kirkus"A rare jewel of a children's picture book that can be read over and over..." - Readers Favorite

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CARACTERÍSTICAS PRINCIPALES:

-Idioma: Inglés
-Envío: Desde EE. UU.
-Libro Impreso y Nuevo

MÁS DETALLES:

Tiempo de entrega: 10 días
Peso del paquete: 1 kg
Medidas: 5 cm x 22 cm x 27 cm cm
Material: Papel
Modelo: 9781777117900
Meses de garantía: 1
Garantía: Por defecto de fabricación
Condición: Nuevo
Color: Multicolor
Nombre de color: Multicolor
ASIN: 1777117909
País de producción: United States
Encuadernado: Pasta dura
Editorial: Our Ancestories
Titulo del libro: Idia of the Benin Kingdom (Libro en Inglés)
Autor: Ekiuwa Aire
Fecha de publicación: 2020
Idioma: Inglés
Edición: 1
Número de páginas: 40
ISBN-13: 9781777117900
Edad mínima sugerida: 6
Genero musical: Literatura Universal
Contenido del paquete: 1 pieza
SKU: 9781777117900