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AMY AND GULLY IN RAINBOWLAND by W. W. Rowe, illus. by Adam Chow Ages 5-10, 96 pp., illus. #AMGU - regular price $ 5.95 Our Price $4.76 Published by Snow Lion "This captivating book reads like a thriller. Amy and Gully (brother and sister) are playing in a dusty attic when a sudden, fierce wind transports them to a grassy hillside in Rainbowland. There they meet a magical monk dressed in Buddhist robes who sends them on a quest for the wishing stone that was stolen by Wogda, the witch. The children discover special qualities within themselves that are needed to overcome threatening situations--courage, nonviolence, and loving kindness."--Mindful Parenting (for the Spiritual Enrichment of Children and Parents) 1559390034, Amy & Gully in Rainbowland More ... | |
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A DOG'S TOOTH by W.W. Rowe, illus. by Chris Banigan 32 pp., 31 color illustrations, 8 1/2 x 11, cloth, for children ages 5-13. #DOTO - regular price $ 12.95 Our Price $10.36 Published by Snow Lion In this classic Tibetan tale of the power of faith, a young man is asked by his dying mother to obtain a sacred relic to help her. He fails to do this and instead deceivingly brings her a tooth from the skeleton of a dog and tells her it is the Buddha's tooth. The story movingly conveys how the mother's strong faith has the power to fulfill her dreams in spite of the son's deceit.The illustrations are a miracle of lively imagination. 1559390875 | |
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THE RABBIT AND THE TIGERDILE by W.W. Rowe, illus. by Chris Banigan Ages 4-10, 32 pp., 8" x 10". #RATI - regular price $ 8.95 Our Price $7.16 Published by Snow Lion This past-life story of the Buddha explains the image of a rabbit on the face of the moon. When the god Sakra tested four animals by assuming a frightening form--half tiger, half crocodile--only the rabbit showed true compassion and selfless generosity. Magical color illustrations bring the story to life. It's delightful to read aloud. "An endearing tale of trust and generosity."--NAPRA ReView 1559390670 More ... | |
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THE ROBBER CHIEF: A Tale of Vengeance and Compassion by W.W. Rowe, illus. by Chris Banigan 48 pages, 19 illus., cloth. #ROCH - regular price $ 12.95 Our Price $6.47 Published by Snow Lion This exciting tale demonstrates the pitfalls of anger and revenge. Wronged by a greedy jeweler, the giant Mu becomes a robber chief. Unexpected twists reveal the mysterious workings of karma. A missing purse, a golden crown, a secret cave, displays of great compassion. The story movingly shows that the true happiness of any one person is interrelated with the happiness of others. Chris Banigan's magical illustrations boldly enliven the narration. For ages 6 and up. More ... | |
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TALES OF THE TURQUOISE: A Pilgrimage in Dolpo by Corneille Jest 190 pp., line drawings, 2 maps. #TATU - regular price $ 12.95 Our Price $6.47 Published by Snow Lion In the early spring of 1961, Dr. Jest undertook a three-week circumambulation of the valley in the company of Tibetans, visiting temples, shrines and sacred mountains. His companion Karma, an elderly nomad from Western Tibet and a gifted story-teller, punctuated the journey with traditional tales and his own reflections. | |
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BUDDHA: Volumes 1-8 by Osamu Tezuka Volume 1: Kapilavastu, 397 pp. Paper Editions. #BU1P - $ 14.95 The story of Buddha's life in a terrific graphic-novel format—entertaining, visually spectacular—by the godfather of Japanese comics/graphic art. Enjoyable for all ages. These volumes have been a hit! Now available in paper. Winner of the Eisner and Harvey Awards. Newly added volumes 5-8. More ... | |
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by Osamu Tezuka Volume 2: The Four Encounters. 412 pp. (See description above.) #BU2P - $ 14.95 | |
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by Osamu Tezuka Volume 3: Devadatta. 328 pp. (See description above.) #BU3P - $ 14.95 | |
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by Osamu Tezuka Volume 4: The Forest of Uruvela. 376 pp. (See description above.) #BU4P - $ 14.95 | |
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by Osamu Tezuka Volume 5: Deer Park. Approx. 400 pp. (See description above.) #BU5 - $ 14.95 | |
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by Osamu Tezuka Volume 6: Ananda. Approx. 400 pp. (See description above.) #BU6 - $ 14.95 | |
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by Osamu Tezuka Volume 7: Prince Ajatasattu. Approx. 400 pp. (See description above.) #BU7 - $ 14.95 | |
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by Osamu Tezuka Volume 8: Jetavana. Approx. 400 pp. (See description above.) #BU8 - $ 14.95 | |
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BUDDHA AT BEDTIME: Tales of Love and Wisdom for You to Read with Your Child to Enchant, Enlighten, and Inspire by Dharmachari Nagaraja 7.25" x 9.25". 144 pp. #BUATBE - $ 14.95 Filled with full-color illustrations throughout, this delightful book is packed with over twenty Buddhist-themed stories to read-aloud with a child. Each story's magical world not only prepares children for a good night's sleep, but also entertainingly teaches about empathy, compassion, and forgiveness. Ages 6 to 10 years. More ... | |
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BUDDHA HEART PARENTING: Enrich Your Family with Buddhist Wisdom and Compassion by Dr. C.L. Claridge 230 pp. #BUHEPA - $ 18.95 Buddha Heart Parenting offers the reader deep insights into how to integrate Buddhist philosophy with contemporary psychology to arrive at a method of parenting that is both effective and enables family members to realise their true Buddha nature. It provides a frank look at the norms and status of parenting today, and suggests ways to develop more authentic communication using Buddhist principles. More ... | |
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BUDDHIST ANIMAL WISDOM STORIES by Mark W. McGinnis 8.75" x 11.25," 112 pp., hard cover. #BUANWI - $ 19.95 Around the beginning of the common era, Indian Buddhists began to collect fables illuminating various human virtues and foibles--from kindness, cooperation, loyalty and self-discipline on the one hand to greed, pride, foolishness, and treachery on the other. Instead of populating these stories with people, they cast the animals of their immediate environment in the leading roles--which may have given the tales a universal appeal that helped them travel around the world, surfacing in the Middle East as Aesop's fables and in various other guises throughout East and Southeast Asia, Africa, Russia, and Europe. More ... | |
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CLEAR SKY, RED EARTH: A Himalayan Story by Sienna Craig, illus. By Tenzin Norbu 48 pp., 20 color illust., 8 line drawings. #CLSKRE - $ 14.95 Tells the story of life in Dolpo through the eyes of Namsel, a young girl who lived in dolpo several centuries ago, and who grows up to be a great painter. Tenzin Norbu, the artist whose paintings illustrate this book, comes from a long lineage of Dolpo painters. He is known for his illustrations in other children's books including Himalaya(also a movie) and Secret of the Snow Leopard. Sienna Craig traveled in Tibet and Nepal and spent several years in Dolpo and Mustang. A portion of the sale of this book goes to support grassroots development projects in the Himalaya. | |
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THE DALAI LAMA: A Biography of the Tibetan Spiritual and Political Leader by Demi, fore. by H.H. the Dalai Lama 32 pp., 10" x 10", cloth. #DALADE - $ 19.95 In simple language and great color illustrations, author Demi pays tribute to the Dalai Lama's remarkable life. She has captured the beauty of Tibetan culture, as well as the charm, wisdom, and vision of one of the world's best-known spiritual figures | |
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DHARMA FAMILY TREASURES: Sharing Mindfulness with Children ed. by Sandy Eastoak 240 pp. #DHFA - $ 16.95 A collection of writings by Thich Nhat Hanh, Diane Di Prima, Robert Aitken, Christina Feldman, and others on how to share mindfulness practice with children and introduce them to basic Buddhist principles. Contains essays, poems, songs and stories valuable to any parent active in their children's spiritual growth. | |
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THE FAMILY MEDITATION BOOK by Kerry Lee MacLean 87 pp. #FAMEBO - $ 12.95 Using firsthand experience with her own family of seven, Kerry shows how important it is for families to regroup on a daily basis to briefly check in with themselves and each other, bringing a stillness of mind and heart to their day. This is a how-to book with many meditations and helpful suggestions for the young and their parents. | |
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THE GIFT: A Magical Story about Caring for the Earth story and illus. by Isia Osuchowska 32 pp., 8" x 8", 30 color illus., cloth. #GI - $ 14.95 Ananda, the Buddha's principal disciple, teaches a small-minded king the importance of sharing--not only personal wealth but also the resources of the Earth. Teaches principles of good stewardship of resources, and caring for those less fortunate. Simply and colorfully illustrated. For children ages 4-10. | |
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HER FATHER'S GARDEN by Janet Brooke 40 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", 20 color illus. #HEFAGA - $ 12.95 This is a tender story of keeping hope alive in spite of harsh realities, of the triumph of the gifts of kindness and hope and their ability to transform people's hearts. In a village high above the clouds where people are unhappy and nothing grows, a little girl dreams of a garden behind her father's house. The skeptical villagers mock her gardening efforts, but the garden flourishes and the villagers are transformed. More ... | |
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HERO OF THE LAND OF SNOW: The Tibetan Epic Tale of Gesar adapted by Sylvia Gretchen 34 pp., 13 color illustrations and one map. #HELASN - $ 7.95 The outspoken and bold child, Gesar, and his mother are banished from their home, but they thrive, and ultimately return to their village, vindicated. Dedicated to the hero in each of us, the one that overcomes both inner and outer dark forces, this is a wonderful book to share with your favorite child (or keep for yourself). Illustrated in full-color, it tells the famous tale of Gesar, destined to be the king of Ling. An inspiring tale of adventure, success through cooperation, and magic. Adapted from an ancient Tibetan epic. Read the last page first, for the overview and pronunciation guide. | |
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I AM A YAK by Norbu Kharitsang 12 pp., 9" x 7", full color illustrations, children ages 4-9. #IAMYA - $ 4.95 Everything you might want to know about Tibet's most beloved animal, in a beautifully illustrated Tibetan children's book. | |
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IN SEARCH OF THE THUNDER DRAGON by Sophie and Romio Shrestha Cloth, 8.3" x 12.5", 36 pp. #INSETH - regular price $ 16.95 Our Price $13.56 This lavishly illustrated full-color book brings to life the ancient story of the Thunder Dragons that play hide-and-seek in the clouds during big winter storms. Amber and her cousin set off on a journey that takes them from an elaborate monastery to the top of the mountains. In this beautiful adventure the children find what they seek, unravelling the mysteries of Buddha along the way. Highly recommended! More ... | |