Cambodia is a great place to visit with family with incredible sights, such as the famous and beautiful Angkor Wat.
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Children's Books about Stories in Cambodia
Wandering Angkor: Wandering Angkor takes Middle Grade readers and up on an engaging and hand-illustrated visit of Angkor... By motorbike, of course! Strap on your helmet and gear up to learn about Angkor, the glorious capital city of the Khmer Empire in Cambodia. With lighthearted, informative and insightful text and cartoon-style illustrations, Wandering Angkor is brightly colored and brimming with easy to digest information about Cambodia and Angkor. Bump through the dense forest and the ancient city of Angkor Thom and read historic facts about the majestic Bayon and Angkor Wat temples. Cruise through modern-day Cambodia and the bustling town of Siem Reap as you discover fun facts about the historic Siem Reap River and Old Market. Find out about the livelihoods of today's people of Angkor, from forest wood-gatherers, to lotus-pickers and sidewalk gas station owners. Wandering Angkor's colorful illustrations and simple yet accurate history and geography facts bring you to the heart and soul of Angkor. Learn about these mythical temples, discover the modern-day city of Siem Reap, and fall in love with the magic of Angkor.
Dancing Devas: Dancing Devas brings to life Southeast Asian myths, art and architecture in a lively adventure picture book It tells the story of an intrepid young child who discovers the mythical Giants, Nagas and Apsaras from Southeast Asia's legends and folklore. When Vida chases her cheeky grasshopper friend Zazu out of her yard into the forest, they find themselves transported to the humid jungles of Southeast Asia. They stumble upon mysterious ruins when suddenly... SWISH! SHOVE! THUD! All around them, stone ruins and carvings start coming to life! Will Vida and Zazu escape the fierce Giants and dodge the hissing mythical Serpents? How will they gatecrash the Apsara Fairy Queen's rambunctious dance party? Dancing Devas also includes an informational section with photographs, to get to know the different mythical characters encountered in the story. Dancing Devas is Sophie Lizeray's third book, after Wandering Angkor and Fisso's World in Cambodia, Living in a kingdom of wonders, and second picture book.
Fisso's World in Cambodia: Living in a kingdom of wonders: A delightful cartoon book on life in Cambodia today. What is the secret to riding your motorbike through Cambodia’s torrential monsoon downpours? What do tropical mosquitoes drink when they gatecrash your party? How many people (and bags and babies) can you cram into a car? In fun, insightful and colorful cartoons, Fisso's World in Cambodia explores the 'whats', 'hows' and 'wows!' of life in Cambodia today with its many contradictions and surprises. The cartoon strips were first published in the Phnom Penh Post in 2014 and the book Fisso’s World in Cambodia, Living in a kingdom of wonders is a collection of the year’s cartoons. By the author-illustrator of Wandering Angkor and Dancing Devas, Fisso’s World in Cambodia brings daily Cambodian adventures to life. Survive the endless intercity bus rides, keep your cool amid erratic electricity and water cuts, navigate Cambodia’s notorious road rules, catch a stomach bug, be serenaded by supersize bull frogs, and celebrate Khmer festivals local style.
Cooking with Yey: Salaw Machu Kroeung: A little boy helps his "Yey" (grandma, in Khmer) make one if his favorite Cambodian soups, salaw machu kroeung, using traditional ingredients. Not only is this a bonding experience for the little boy and his Yey, the nostalgic moment also takes her back to her hometown in Cambodia, where the recipe originates.
My Cambodian Family: Experience the beauty of Cambodia by walking a day in the life of a local family, including Apsara dancing and the cultural landmarks of Phnom Penh! Thavy and Sophea are twins growing up in Cambodia. The pair do everything together-and with their beautiful family. The two are Apsara dancers, practicing the traditional Cambodian folklore dance to preserve their connection with their nation and its history. Proud of their culture, they now share their story with you, so you can fall in love with their heritage as much as they have! Their city, Phnom Penh features breathtaking sights, including cultural landmarks, monuments, and beautiful people, walk with them on a day in the life as they show you beautiful scenes in the place they call home.
Rats to the Rescue: The Unlikely Heroes Making Cambodia Safe: Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and species! Growing up in Cambodia, Malen knew that dangers from a long-ago war lay hidden underground. Buried explosives forced her and many others to live, farm, and play in fear. As she got older, Malen learned how to use a metal detector to find and safely dispose of these landmines. Five thousand miles away, in Tanzania, Magawa was also learning how to find landmines. But he didn’t need a metal detector―he had his nose. Magawa was a rat, and his smelling superpower and light weight helped him safely sniff out dangerous explosives. After completing his training, Magawa joined Malen in Cambodia, and together they cleared more than a hundred landmines from fields all across the country. A fascinating true story with a hopeful ending and rich back matter from Scott Riley, author of The Floating Field, with Sambat Meas, a Cambodian deminer, and Cambodian American illustrator Huy Voun Lee.
Sinat and the Instrument of the Heart: A Story of Cambodia: Sinat is a young boy from Cambodia. He learns to play a thousand-year-old string instrument from its last great living master. This story is based on the real-life experience of a Cambodian boy named Sinat, whose actual musical performance is featured on the audio CD that is featured with this book. Sinat & the Instrument of the Heart gives readers a fun and unique insight of a different culture, and a sense of what life might be like for a child growing up in Cambodia. An audiobook is also included with select purchases to download at soundprints.com.
The Caged Birds of Phnom Penh: Ary, a young Cambodian girl, saves her money to buy a caged bird from the bird lady on which Ary makes a wish for her poor family's future and then sets free so it will carry her wishes into the open sky.
The Cambodian Dancer: Sophany's Gift of Hope: This Cambodian children's book teaches that not even the most terrible brutality can destroy the human spirit. The Cambodian Dancer, a Cambodian book for children, is the true story of a Cambodian refugee — a dancer and teacher — who built a life in the U.S. after fleeing the Killing Fields of the Khmer Rouge. She then became a counselor to other Cambodian refugees and created a school of dance for children. Her gift of hope was to teach children in the Cambodian community the traditional dances of their country, so young people growing up far away from the land of their ancestors would know about Cambodian culture and customs. Through straightforward language and colorful illustrations, this multicultural children's story communicates to children a sense of the joy, sadness, injustice, and triumph that lives on in young Cambodian Americans. It shows that it is possible to overcome great hardship and that a single decision can do much to heal oneself and others. This touching multicultural children's book brings a message of positivity to a true story of human hope and resilience.
Chang's First Songkran: "Chang the elephant learns about Songkran, a new year celebration with an epic water fight!" "Chang's First Songkran" is a short rhyming picture book for young readers to learn about Songkran, a new year celebration common in certain parts of Southeast Asia. The story takes Chang the elephant on a journey where they'll discover Songkran traditions, from helping their mom to giving offerings at temples to bringing good luck with a fun water fight. This book aims to cultivate curiosity among young readers about a holiday and tradition celebrated in Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Burma / Myanmar, the United States, and many other parts of the world.
Children's Books about Cambodians
Little Sap and Monsieur Rodin: The story of Little Sap, a young Cambodian dancer who posed for artist Auguste Rodin in 1906 during the Colonial Exhibition in France. It's 1906 and the court dancers in the Cambodian royal palace are abuzz with news of a trip to France for the Colonial Exhibition. Little Sap, a poor country girl who joined the dance troupe to give her family a better life, is apprehensive about traveling to a faraway land. In Paris the artist Auguste Rodin is captivated by the classical beauty of Cambodian dance. He insists on sketching the dancers, especially Little Sap. As Rodin's pencil sweeps across his paper, Little Sap's worries melt away. She realizes how much she has grown as a dancer and how far she has come in fulfilling her special duty to her family. With grace and imagination, this touching story relives the historical encounter between Rodin and Little Sap, weaving together the hopes and aspirations of a young girl and the beauty of artistic expression.
: This is the story of growing up between cultures, American and Cambodian. "A Dozen Delicious Donuts" touches on the universal theme of family and has a message of love and resilience that captures the journey of the immigrant experience. Chanda Ouk Wolf brings listeners an enriching tale that fosters a sense of self. "A Dozen Delicious Donuts" uses food to bring communities together and celebrates the sharing of traditions across generations. This book makes an extraordinary gift for families and loved ones everywhere and is a delightful addition to your home or school library.
Our Donut Shop: Embark on a delightful morning with a Cambodian-American family at their cherished donut shop. With an array of tempting treats on display and steaming hot coffee, customers eagerly await their orders in pink boxes. Our Donut Shop is a heartwarming children's book that offers a peek into the world of small, family-run operations and the Cambodian American families behind these enterprises. Join us for a morning at Our Donut Shop!
A Song for Cambodia: The true story of Arn Chorn-Pond, Cambodian American musician and human rights activist, who as a young boy survived Khmer Rouge work camps by learning to play a musical instrument. When Arn was a young boy in Cambodia, his days were filled with love, laughter, and the sweet sounds of music. That all changed suddenly in 1975 when Arn's village was invaded by Khmer Rouge soldiers and his family was torn apart. Nine-year-old Arn was taken to a children's work camp, where he labored long hours in the rice fields under the glaring eyes of threatening soldiers. Overworked, underfed, and in constant fear for his life, Arn had to find a way to survive. When guards asked for volunteers to play music one day, Arn bravely raised his hand-taking a chance that would change the course of his life. A Song for Cambodia is the inspirational true story of Arn Chorn-Pond. His heartfelt music created beauty in a time of darkness and turned tragedy into healing.
Children's Books about Cambodian Fairy Tales and Folk Tales
Prince Thong And The Naga Princess: Discover the enchanting tale of 'Prince Thong and the Naga Princess,' a timeless Cambodian legend that illuminates the heart of a nation's culture. Passed down through generations, this story captures the essence of love, destiny, and unity. Journey back thousands of years to Kouk Thlok, an island embraced by Thlok trees and ruled by ocean-dwelling Nagas. Amid this captivating land, an Indian prince embarks on a quest to find the island of his dreams, where his kingdom will flourish. Amidst the uncharted beauty, destiny intertwines as the prince encounters the ethereal Naga princess. Their dance ignites a spark of love, leading to a heartfelt proposal that bridges their worlds. Their love story captures the essence of tradition and romance. 'Prince Thong and the Naga Princess' immerses young readers in a tale of devotion and unity that echoes through Cambodian culture. Join this enchanting journey that weaves history, magic, and the enduring power of love. Written by Cambodia Ambassador Hok Sophea, Zeiti Hamid, and Nasir Latif.
Judge Rabbit and the Tree Spirit: A Folktale from Cambodia/Bilingual in English and Khmer: Judge Rabbit solves the problem of a mischievous tree spirit who has taken on human form.
Angkat: The Cambodian Cinderella: Part of the Cinderella Around the World series, this picture book offers a Cambodian take on Cinderella. In the first English retelling of this ancient Cambodian tale, our heroine goes further, survives more, and has to conquer her own mortality to regain her rightful place. Angkat--child of ashes--endures great wrongs as she seeks to rise above the distresses caused by her own family. Angkat appeared in an 18th century French essay which was found by Dr. Coburn deep in some dusty archives while she was researching Khmer culture and folklore. This ancient and truly captivating version of the Cinderella story will delight and enthrall readers of all ages. Eddie Flotte, a renowned watercolorist, places the reader in the scene of the story. He broadens the storytelling by effectively employing dramatic expressions, gestures, and ambiance in each illustration. This will be a welcome addition to the bookshelf of every library, classroom, and family.
Dara's Clever Trap: A Tale from Cambodia (Stories From Around the World): Spark kids' interest in STEM with the tale of cunning princess Dara! When greedy politicians scheme against her husband and her father, only Dara's ingenuity and engineering expertise can foil their wicked plot. Girls and boys alike will enjoy cheering on this confident, independent heroine in this fully-illustrated chapter book, based on a traditional tale from Cambodia. Available individually and as part of the Stories from around the World: 4 Tales of Problem-Solving & Wit set.
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Children's Books about Cambodia
ABC with Cambodia: Introduce your child to the wonder of Cambodia through the English alphabet. See a variety of beautifully illustrated animals, characters, and more in this amazingly personalized and culturally rich book sub-texted with Khmer writing. Bonus: Count from 1 to 10 and by 10s to 100! Included are pages to help your child see English and Khmer numbers side-by-side.
Cambodia (Pogo Books: All Around the World): In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Cambodia. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Cambodia (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries): For many years, Cambodia was a war-torn country. Recently, a new government has helped turn the economy around and given the Cambodian people more opportunity. Tourism has boomed, with many visitors heading to see Angkor Wat, one of the oldest religious temples in the world. This book explores the geography and culture of Cambodia, a jewel of Southeast Asia.
Cambodia (Cultures of the World): Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Cambodia.
Cambodia (Enchantment of the World): Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more! The Southeast Asian country of Cambodia has faced many challenges over the past several decades, including multiple coups, environmental destruction, and a horrifying genocide. However, despite these difficulties, the people of Cambodia are looking toward the future. Readers will explore the country's fascinating history and see how the country's people live today. They will also get a close look at Cambodia's many plant and animal species, its beautiful natural landscapes, and much more.
Kids on Earth - CAMBODIA: A Children’s Documentary Series Exploring Global Cultures & The Natural World: In this edition of Kids on Earth, siblings Nimol and Akara take us on a whirlwind adventure across their ancient home country of Cambodia. Are you ready to explore hidden temples that were built thousands of years ago? Would you like to taste a crispy deep-fried cricket sold on the side of the street? You could even dive into the crystal clear ocean and enjoy some tropical snorkelling. We’re going to visit a bunch of World Heritage Sites and take a better look at how this incredible country came to be so peaceful from such a troubled past. Nimol and Akara can't wait to show you where they live, how they speak, and what they eat. Put on your sunscreen and sun hat and get ready to explore one of Southeast Asia's most historic countries.
The Mysteries of Angkor Wat: What mysteries hide inside this ancient Cambodian temple? When local children lead the author through the ruins, he discovers a little-known secret. In 1100 CE, the mighty Khmer people of Cambodia built the world's largest religious monument: the sprawling stone temple of Angkor Wat. Now, thousands visit the crumbling ruins each year to see the last remains of the ancient and mysterious Khmer civilization. Photographer Richard Sobol explored these fascinating ruins, searching among the fallen, moss-covered stone slabs and wall carvings for clues that might link the ancient Khmer people to present-day Cambodian culture. A personal narrative and illustrative photography document his pilgrimage, capturing the historical legacy and mystery contained within the walls of Angkor Wat. A glossary, maps, and key facts are included.
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