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Children's A to Z Books about Poland
P Is for Poland (World Alphabets): From Amber to Chopin, from Borsch to Vistula, this photographic alphabet celebrates everything Poles love best about Poland. Set in the heart of Europe and full of lakes, forests and mountains, the country has wild animals which have disappeared from the rest of Europe. Polish history and folk traditions, its storytelling and cooking all combine to make a special way of life that Polish people take with them wherever they go.
Children's Books about Polish Folk and Fairy Tales and Legends
Best of Polish Fairy Tales: 50 Polish folk tales were translated in 2016 and had never been published in English before. The tales have been lovingly collected and translated into English by the publisher Sergiej Nowikow, who views himself as being Polish by spirit and Polish in his deeds, Polish to the core. In order to collect the fairy tales in this book for you, we had been interviewing Polish natives from 1992 to 2012. These tales are radiant with the Polish people's vitality, filial love for one's parents, and the energy of kindness. They were collectively created by the Polish nation. Many authors of various origins have adopted these folk motives since then. However, this compilation presents the original folk versions of the tales.
The Dragon of Krakow and other Polish Stories (Folktales from Around the World): Richard Monte's accessible retelling of Polish folk tales, each brimming with unique humour, magic and visual charm.
The Glass Mountain: Tales from Poland: Jan Pienkowski brings traditional Polish fairy tales to life with vibrant and witty paper-cut illustrations. Dragons and kings, frogs and spells, witches and mermaids — all the hallmark characters of traditional Polish fairy tales are found in this magical collection. Jan Pienkowski draws on a distinctive cut-paper technique learned as a child in Poland to produce dramatic and vibrant illustrations for eight time-honored stories. Celebrating honesty, loyalty, and creativity, stories such as “The Krakow Dragon” and “The Warsaw Mermaid” will captivate today’s child as much as they did young Jan during his childhood. A pronunciation guide assists the reader with Polish place and character names.
The Mermaid of Warsaw and other tales from Poland: Enchanting, wicked and often very funny, Poland's folk tales are one of the great treasures of Central Europe. Crowned by the story of The Mermaid of Warsaw, the eight colourful tales in this collection include Skarbnik's Second Breakfast, set deep in the Wieliczka salt mines, The Turnip-Counter from Karkonosze and The Copper Coin of Wineta, alongside stories from, Poznan and the Polish lakes. Paul Hess's stylish illustrations make this a collection to delight children everywhere.
King Krakus and the Dragon: The people of Krakow are terrified by a dragon until the shoemaker's apprentice devises a plan to rid the town of the monster.
The Nine Crying Dolls: A Story from Poland: After following the advice of an old woman known for her wisdom, a beleaguered young mother is finally able to quiet her crying infant--but then the rest of the town's babies start wailing
Din Dan Don, It's Christmas: A procession of birds and people wend their way to the Christ Child's creche. The text is a rendition of an anonymous Polish Christmas carol.
The Christmas Spider: A Puppet Play from Poland and Other Traditional Games, Crafts, and Activities: A story from Poland as well as step-by-step illustrated directions on how to make traditional Polish crafts such as painted eggs and paper cutting.
Children's Books about Poland
Pip's Guide to Poland: Krakow Edition: After my pawesome visit to Ocean City, I decided to travel to Krakow, Poland! My adventures took me to medieval castles, beautiful gardens, delicious-smelling markets, and even dragon bones! Learn about this magnificent old city and continue making memories with me!
Kaytek the Wizard: Kaytek, a mischievous schoolboy who wants to become a wizard, is surprised to discover that he is able to perform magic spells and change reality. He begins to lead a double life: a powerful wizard in the dress of an ordinary boy. It’s all great fun using magic to cause strange incidents in his school and neighborhood, but soon Kaytek’s increasing powers cause major chaos around the city of Warsaw. Disillusioned, he leaves the country and wanders the world in search of the meaning of his good intentions, his unique abilities, and their consequences. Revolving around the notion that power is not without responsibility, nor without repercussions, this story speaks to every child's dream of freeing themselves from the endless control of adults, and shaping the world to their own designs.
The Trumpeter of Krakow: For well over thirty years, Eric P. Kelly’s Newbery Award winner has brought the color and romance of ancient times to young readers. Today, The Trumpeter of Krakow is an absorbing and dramatic as when it was first published in 1928. There was something about the Great Tarnov Crystal...Wise men spoke of it in hushed tones. Others were ready to kill for it. Now a murderous Tartar chief is bent on possessing it. But young Joseph Charnetski was bound by an ancient oath to protect the jewel at all costs. When Joseph and his family seek refuge in medieval Krakow, they are caught up in the plots and intrigues of alchemists, hypnotists, and a dark messenger of evil. Will Joseph be able to protect the crystal, and the city, from the plundering Tartars?
There's a Lot More than Pretty Windmills in Poland! Geography Books for Third Grade Children's Europe Books: What else can you see in Poland? Read this book to find out! Geography opens your third grader's eyes to the many adventures the world has to offer. It expands knowledge outside of his/her community. It makes known world diversity in culture and traditions. So what are you waiting for?
If You Were Me and Lived in...Poland: A Child's Introduction to Cultures Around the World: Join Carole P. Roman when she visits Poland in the newest book of her informative series. Learn about the varied customs and cultures. Travel to Eastern Europe to discover what you would eat and do for fun. See the land through the eyes of a youngster like you and understand what life is like in this exciting place.
Poland Coloring Book For Kids: With Interesting Facts: A fun and interesting coloring book for kids offering creative and imaginative coloring pages that are sure to keep your child entertained and engaged. Our coloring pages will help your child improve their creativity and fine-motor skills, while stimulating their young mind with interesting facts about Poland.
Books about Famous Poles and People in Poland
I am Marie Curie (Ordinary People Change the World): The first woman to win a Nobel Prize is physicist and chemist Marie Curie. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. Being a woman scientist in the 19th century meant Marie Curie faced plenty of obstacles, but she never let them dull her love of science and passion for learning.
Marie: My First Marie Curie (Little People, Big Dreams): When Marie was young, she was unable to go to college because she was a woman. But when she was older, her scientific work was respected around the world. Her discoveries of radium and polonium dramatically helped in the fight against cancer, and she went on to win the Nobel Prize for Physics! Babies and toddlers will love to snuggle as you read to them the engaging story of this brilliant woman, and will also enjoy exploring the stylish and quirky illustrations of this sturdy board book on their own.
Marie Curie (My Early Library: My Itty-Bitty Bio): The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of nuclear physicist Marie Curie in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a timeline, primary sources, and other informative backmatter.
Fryderyk Chopin (First Discovery Music): As a young Polish boy, Chopin was composing his own tunes at the age of five. He learned Latin, Greek, and French, then German, English, and Italian at the same time he was learning to play the piano. Children who can tell stories through their piano playing or singing, or who have ever danced a Polish mazurka, will find that they have much in common with Chopin. The accompanying CD features recordings of his music and the story's narration.
Frederic Chopin (Getting to Know the World's Greatest Composers): Meet Composer Frederic Chopin! Getting to Know the World's Greatest Composers series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the works of renowned composers, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9).
Frederic Chopin, Son of Poland, Early Years (Great Musicians): Frederic Chopin, celebrated pianist and probably the greatest composer for the piano the world has ever known, was born in a little cottage in Poland on the estate of Count Skarbek, whose children were tutored by his father, Nicolas Chopin. The child loved music from babyhood and when the family moved to Warsaw a few years after his birth, he was placed under the tutelage of the best masters of music in Poland. His astounding performance in playing the solo part of a difficult concerto with the full Warsaw orchestra when only nine years of age marked little Frederic as the genius he was. Through the early years to that momentous day in Vienna when his playing at the theater of Count Gallenberg actually launched his career as a major figure in the world of music, Frederic Chopin's childhood and boyhood are dramatically presented.
Frederic Chopin, Son of Poland, Later Years (Great Musicians): Chopin remembered Vienna as the city where he had made an instant success with his music, so when, after years at home in Warsaw, he returned to Vienna he was heartsick to find only a cool welcome awaiting him. Vienna wanted to dance and sing and forget war...and Poland was on the brink of war. In Paris, however, Chopin found himself warmly welcomed; his concerts became the vogue; his days were crowded with both gayety and the work he loved. Years passed and the world hailed his greatest compositions. Then ill health began making inroads on his time, and he went to Majorca, England, Scotland, seeking relief. However, time was running out, and, at the peak of his career, the great composer and pianist died in Paris, the city he loved. Thus, simply, yet with drama is completed this excellent two-volume biography of one of the world's greatest artists.
Saint Hyacinth of Poland: The story for children 10 and up of St. Hyacinth, the Dominican who planted the Faith in Poland, Lithuania and Russia and worked many miracles. He went to Rome, where he met St. Dominic, and was one of the first to receive at his hands the habit of the newly established Order of Friars Preachers. After his novitiate he made his religious profession, and was made superior of the little band of missionaries sent to Poland to preach.
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs: There once was a girl named Yaffa. She loved her family, her home, and her beautiful Polish town that brimmed with light and laughter. She also loved helping her Grandma Alte in her photography studio. There, shopkeepers, brides, babies, and bar mitzvah boys posed while Grandma Alte captured their most joyous moments on film. And before the Jewish New Year, they sent their precious photographs to relatives overseas with wishes for good health and happiness. But one dark day, Nazi soldiers invaded the town. Nearly 3,500 Jewish souls ― including family, friends, and neighbors of Yaffa ― were erased. This is the stunning true story of how Yaffa made it her life’s mission to recover thousands of her town’s photographs from around the world. Using these photos, she built her amazing TOWER OF LIFE, a permanent exhibit in the US Holocaust Memorial Museum, to restore the soaring spirit of Eishyshok.
The Cats in Krasinski Square: When Newbery Medalist Karen Hesse came upon a short article about cats out-foxing the Gestapo at the train station in Warsaw during WWII, she couldn't get the story out of her mind. The result is this stirring account of a Jewish girl's involvement in the Resistance. At once terrifying and soulful, this fictional account, born of meticulous research, is a testament to history and to our passionate will to survive, as only Karen Hesse can write it. A young Jewish girl and her sister face the challenges of growing up in Poland during World War II. Having escaped the ghetto, they devise a plan to smuggle food to those still there with the help of the abandoned cats of Krasinski Square. Determined to help the handful of Jewish Resistance fighters feed others still inside the Ghetto, she comes up with a plan to distract the Gestapo and their dogs. Will their plan work, or will they be caught in the act?
Marta and the Manger Straw: A Christmas Tradition from Poland (Traditions of Faith from Around the World): In World War II Poland, a young girl receives straw at the Christmas Eve service to bring to her impoverished family. But on her way home, Marta meets others who are much poorer than she, and she shares her piece until there is nothing left. In spite of the lack of straw--though perhaps because of her generous heart—Marta finds riches she never expected in this tender tale of Christmas giving.
The Harmonica: This powerful story, inspired by the life of a Holocaust survivor, is a testament to the human spirit and the transcendent power of music. When the Nazis invaded Poland, a family is split apart. The parents are sent to one concentration camp, their son to another. Only his father's gift, a harmonica, keeps the boy's hopes alive and, miraculously, ensures his survival. When an officer discovers his talent, he makes the boy play each night. Through music the boy invokes his parents and brings comfort to the other prisoners, lifting their spirits if only for a moment at time. Ron Mazellan's luminous artwork depicts the bleakness of the time, while letting the beauty that hope can bring through the darkness shine.
Irena's Jars of Secrets: Irena Sendler, born in 1910 to a Polish Catholic family, was raised to respect all people, regardless of their race or religion. As an adult she became a social worker, and after the Germans occupied Poland during World War II, Irena knew she had to help the Jews who were packed into the Warsaw Ghetto. She began by smuggling food, clothing, and medicine into the ghetto, then turned to smuggling children out of the ghetto. Using false papers and creative means of escape, Irena risked her own life to rescue Jewish children and hide them safely in orphanages, convents, and foster homes. Hoping to reunite the families after the war, Irena kept secret lists of the children s identities, which were buried in jars under an apple tree. Motivated by her humanity and armed with compassion and a belief in human dignity, Irena Sendler proved to the world that an ordinary person can accomplish extraordinary deeds.
My Secret Camera: In 1940 as Nazi troops rolled across Europe, countless Jewish families were forced from their homes into isolated ghettos, labor and concentration camps. In the Lodz Ghetto in Poland, Mendel Grossman refused to surrender to the suffering around him, secretly taking thousands of heartrending photographs documenting the hardship and the struggle for survival woven through the daily lives of the people imprisoned with him. Someday, he hoped, the world would learn the truth. My Secret Camera is his legacy.
Chance: Escape from the Holocaust: Memories of a Refugee Childhood: With backlist sales of over 2.3 million copies, Uri Shulevitz, one of Farrar, Straus and Grioux’s most acclaimed picture-book creators, details the eight-year odyssey of how he and his Jewish family escaped the terrors of the Nazis by fleeing Warsaw for the Soviet Union in Chance. It was during those years, with threats at every turn, that the young Uri experienced his awakening as an artist, an experience that played a key role during this difficult time. By turns dreamlike and nightmarish, this heavily illustrated account of determination, courage, family loyalty, and the luck of coincidence is a true publishing event.
Bonus! Souvenirs from Poland
The female-owned, Polish company, MAYLILY, offers the mostly lovely products for babies and children. In particular, the "Made in Poland" bamboo hooded baby towels are the best baby towels on the market. The size of the hooded baby towels is perfect and bigger than others which is very helpful. The material quality is so high and so soft as they are made from bamboo which is better for our environment and earth than cotton towels. Bamboo is a rapidly renewable material (can grow up to 40 inches per day!), naturally anti-bacterial, and dries fast (no need to use the dryer for the towels as they can air dry!). Bamboo towels don't get the funky smell that cotton towels can get after being wet and not drying well and also remain so soft and fluffy after air drying. Highly recommend considering switching over to bamboo towels from cotton towels, and MAYLILY could be the place for you to get them and can remind you of your lovely time in Poland each time you use them. Mama Traveler Tip: The towels could be shipped to your home ahead of the trip or timed to arrive right after the trip so no need to try to fit them into any suitcases!
The Fryderyk Chopin teddy bear by Vosego is a high quality and thoughtful gift for a mom-to-be or newborn baby to start introducing them to classical music right away from birth. With seven tracks featuring Chopin’s most well-loved compositions, Fryderyk plush bear brings 40 minutes of exquisitely beautiful classical music. Carefully selected tracks represent Chopin’s most recognized melodies making Fryderyk a great introduction to the composer’s musical repertoire. Fryderyk lets you and your baby enjoy the compositions made by one of the most influential classical music composers of all time.
Children's A to Z Books about Poland
Children's Books about Polish Folk and Fairy Tales and Legends
Books about Famous Poles and People in Poland
Children's Books about World War II and the Holocaust
Bonus! Souvenirs from Poland
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