Book details
A Single Pebble
A Story of the Silk Road
Author: Bonnie Christensen
A Single Pebble
$11.99
About This Book
Book Details
In 9th century China, a little girl sends a small jade pebble to travel with her father along the Silk Road. The pebble passes from his hand all the way to the Republic of Venice, the end of the Silk Road, where a boy cherishes it and sees the value of this gift from a girl at the end of the road.
A Neal Porter Book
Imprint Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
ISBN
9781466858169
In The News
“With illustrations that echo, at turns, the distinct traditions of Chinese, Islamic and European art, Ms. Christensen brings a sense of affable generosity to the dynamic interplay of cultures that formed the original information superhighway.” —The Wall Street Journal
“Luminous artwork is the highlight of this child's introduction to the Silk Road.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Christensen's atmospheric paintings and prose provide lively snapshots of life on the Silk Road.” —Publishers Weekly
“The colorful illustrations reflect the customs and culture of each stop on the trade route, and the simple text gives context clues for children unfamiliar with the setting and historical period.” —School Library Journal