
Always with You
Ruth Vander Zee(Author)
William B Eerdmans Publishing Co
Published on 14. January 2008
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-0-8028-5295-3 (ISBN)
Description
After her mother is killed by an explosion that also destroys her Vietnam village, four-year-old Kim is alone and afraid. Eventually, she is rescued by soldiers who bring her to an orphanage.
Surrounded by the love of the couple who run the orphanage, the companionship of the children who live there, and her mother's promise, ?I will always be with you, ? Kim finds the strength and courage to survive.
This picture book for older readers, based on a true story from the Vietnam War, portrays the hope that exists in even the most desperate situations. Poignant illustrations capture the perseverance of the human spirit and the power of kindness.
Surrounded by the love of the couple who run the orphanage, the companionship of the children who live there, and her mother's promise, ?I will always be with you, ? Kim finds the strength and courage to survive.
This picture book for older readers, based on a true story from the Vietnam War, portrays the hope that exists in even the most desperate situations. Poignant illustrations capture the perseverance of the human spirit and the power of kindness.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Grand Rapids
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From First Grade to Second Grade
Product notice
Picture book
sewn/stitched
Paper over boards
With dust jacket
Dimensions
Height: 266 mm
Width: 215 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
389 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8028-5295-3 (9780802852953)
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Persons
Ruth Vander Zee, teacher and writer, is also the author of Erika's Story, illustrated by Roberto Innocenti (Creative Editions). She lives in San Jose, California with her husband.