Jala and the Wolves - Hardcover

Dumas, Marti

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1943169039 ISBN 13: 9781943169030

Publisher: Plum Street Press (a Division of Yes, Mam Creations), 2015

Synopsis

A Tale of Magic and Thanksgiving
When a mirror appears in Jala's room and transports her to the world of wolves -- the fact that she's become a wolf herself is only the beginning! Readers of classic fantasy like The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe and Alice in Wonderland will adore this chapter book for young readers. Set during American Thanksgiving, the main character must use the gifts and advantages she has from living in a world of plenty to help others who are not as fortunate. The less fortunate creatures are wolves, but the lesson translates well, particularly wrapped in such a delightful little adventure. Buy a copy to share with the young people in your life.
 
What Readers Are Saying:
 
"A lovely and whimsical read for any little girl or grown woman like myself."
"Dumas taps into a fantasy that I believe many children probably have (sometimes pretending that they're an animal, or in Jala's case, becoming that animal) and what they can learn from that fantasy. Jala learns more about herself, her family, and her world through her adventure as a wolf and that translates to an added layer of discussion that you could have with your child while reading this book. This would make a lovely addition to any child's ebook library."
"Jala and the Wolves...reads like a Hindu fairytale with its quaint nature-filled charm and elegant magic. It reminds me of the books I read as a child - The Secret Garden and the like - and that makes it something I want to share with my daughter."

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Ever Dream of Being a Wolf?Jala is a curious girl with a penchant for canines. In addition to playing pretend and being something of a gourmand, she spends most of her time learning new facts about animals-- especially wolves.One day, she is only a little surprised to find that a mysterious mirror has appeared in her room. Like Alice's looking glass, the mirror is just the beginning.

About the Author:

Marti Dumas is a mama who spends most of her time doing mama things.  You know-- feeding ducks in parks, constructing Halloween costumes, facilitating heated negotiations,reading aloud, throwing raw vegetables on a plate and calling it dinner, and shouting, "watch out!" whenever there are dog piles on the walk to school.  
 
Sometimes she writes, but only very occasionally and in theearly morning. And, yes.  She really does really, really like fantasy books. A lot.

About this edition

• Publisher: Plum Street Press (a Division of Yes, Mam Creations)
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1943169039
• ISBN 13: 9781943169030
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 104
• Illustrator: Arneta Garyl