Margi Preus est une auteure de littérature jeunesse dont les œuvres sont reconnues pour leur narration captivante et leurs explorations perspicaces de l'enfance. Elle aborde des thèmes tels que l'amitié, le courage et la découverte de l'inconnu, en y mêlant souvent des éléments d'histoire et diverses traditions culturelles. Sa voix narrative distinctive donne vie à des personnages captivants et à des voyages d'aventure qui résonnent auprès des jeunes lecteurs. L'écriture de Preus invite les enfants à explorer le monde avec émerveillement et empathie.
The lady slipper grows in the northern woods to mark the courage and strength of a small girl who lived there long ago - a girl who saved her people from a terrible disease by listening carefully to the whispering snow, the rumbling ice, and the dancing northern lights. Illustrated with paintings as graceful and delicate as the lady slipper itself, this unforgettable retelling shows how a child's lost slippers became one of nature's most lovely spring flowers.
The story revolves around Francie, who discovers that a small, engraved silver box holds the key to her identity and the mystery of her missing mother. As she deciphers cryptic clues, she realizes that the box is so valuable that it attracts dangerous individuals willing to go to great lengths to obtain it. The tension escalates as she navigates the threats surrounding her, all while seeking the truth about herself and her family.
The captivating new novel about 19th century immigration to America from Margi
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In the 1940s, remote Les Lauzes, France, houses Jews, unregistered foreigners, forgers, and others who take great risks to shelter refugees and smuggle them to safety in Switzerland.
A red squirrel stows away on a canoe to fulfill his dream of joining a group of voyageurs--men who paddle canoes filled with goods to a trading post thousands of miles away. A Finalist for the Minnesota Book Award It is 1792 and unbeknownst to a group of voyageurs traveling from Montreal to Grand Portage, an intrepid squirrel, Jean Pierre Petit Le Rouge, sneaks onto their canoe. Le Rouge is soon discovered because he can't contain his excitement--mon dieu he is so enthusiastic. The smells! The vistas! The comradery! The voyageurs are not particularly happy to have him, especially because Le Rouge rides, but he does not paddle. He eats, but he does not cook. He doesn't even carry anything on portages--sometimes it is he who has to be carried. He also has a terrible singing voice. What kind of voyageur is that? When they finally arrive at the trading post Le Rouge is in for a terrible shock--the voyageurs have traveled all those miles to collect beaver pelts. With the help of Monique, a smart and sweet flying squirrel, Le Rouge organizes his fur-bearing friends of the forest to ambush the men and try and convince them to quit being voyageurs. Written by a Newbery honor author, the book has over 20 black-and-white illustrations.
Margi Preus is an acclaimed author for young readers, recognized with prestigious awards such as a Newbery Honor and the Asian Pacific American Award for Children’s Literature. Her works have gained notable mentions and have been translated into multiple languages. Inspired by her picturesque northern Minnesota cabin and summer adventures, she often writes while enjoying the serene surroundings. In addition to her writing, Preus travels extensively, engaging with students and sharing her passion for literature globally.
A small sailboat showcases remarkable determination as it steps up to help a fleet of towering ships in need. This heartwarming tale emphasizes courage and the impact of even the smallest vessel in overcoming challenges, highlighting themes of bravery and teamwork.
