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De VriendschapsPoppen

Deze serie weeft ontroerende en humoristische verhalen over vriendschap en familie, geplaatst tegen boeiende historische achtergronden. Het volgt jonge protagonisten die de uitdagingen van het leven aangaan, verlangen naar verbinding en hun plaats in de wereld ontdekken. Geïnspireerd door belangrijke historische gebeurtenissen, benadrukken deze verhalen de blijvende kracht van relaties en intercultureel begrip. Ze bieden meeslepende verhalen, perfect voor lezers die houden van historische fictie en verhalen die verbinding vieren.

Ship of dolls
Dolls of Hope
Dolls of War

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    Ship of dolls

    • 272bladzijden
    • 10 uur lezen
    4,0(5)Tarief

    “Tender and funny, this story of friendship and family is reminiscent of Beverly Cleary’s work.” — School Library Journal It’s 1926, and eleven-year-old Lexie Lewis wants to leave Portland, Oregon, where she has been staying with her strict grandparents, and rejoin her mother, a singer in San Francisco. Meanwhile, Lexie’s class has been raising money to ship a doll to the children of Japan in a friendship exchange — and when Lexie learns that the girl who writes the best letter will be chosen to go to the farewell ceremony in San Francisco, she knows she just has to be the winner. Inspired by a project in which U.S. children sent more than 12,000 Friendship Dolls to Japan in hopes of avoiding a future war, Shirley Parenteau’s engaging story has sure appeal for readers who enjoy historical fiction and for doll lovers of all ages.

    Ship of dolls
  2. 2

    Dolls of Hope

    • 336bladzijden
    • 12 uur lezen

    Chiyo, the endearing protagonist, navigates her journey of self-discovery while grappling with her place in the world. The narrative offers a captivating exploration of Japanese culture, enriching the reader's understanding of the societal nuances and traditions that shape Chiyo's experiences. Through her struggles, readers gain insight into both personal growth and cultural identity.

    Dolls of Hope
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    Dolls of War

    • 310bladzijden
    • 11 uur lezen
    4,0(66)Tarief

    When America and Japan go to war, will Macy's feelings for her beloved Japanese Friendship Doll change? Bringing the story of the Friendship Dolls forward to World War II, Parenteau delivers another thoughtful historical novel inspired by a little-known true event. 5 1/2 x 7 13/16.

    Dolls of War