All About Indonesia: Stories, Songs, Crafts and Games for Kids - Hardcover

Hibbs, Linda

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0804848505 ISBN 13: 9780804848503

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing, 2018

Synopsis

All About Indonesia takes kids on an exciting adventure through one of the world's largest and most culturally diverse nations.

This Indonesian children's book is perfect for educators and parents wishing to teach kids about this rapidly growing Asian country. Along the way, young readers will learn about Indonesian culture, history, food, language, and the natural beauty of this fascinating country. From popular sports to traditional dances, everyday dress to cuisine and school activities, this book provides glimpses of the daily life and culture of this exotic and rapidly growing region of Southeast Asia.

Through Indonesian stories, songs, crafts, games, and recipes kids will:

• Learn basic vocabulary from the national language, Bahasa Indonesia
• Learn how to make a traditional mask that is worn during special ceremonial dances
• Learn how to create beautiful batik cloths and other crafts for kids
• Experience the difference between big city life in Jakarta versus village living
• Explore the beaches and volcanoes in places such as Bali and Sumatra
• Learn how to bake sweet cake made with coconut, and more delicious recipes!

A timeless Indonesian book for kids and parents to treasure together, All About Indonesia offers not only the most essential facts about this unique country but also conveys the unique spirit that makes it one-of-a-kind.

About this title

About the Author:

Linda Hibbs has been hooked on Indonesia since her first visit at age 12, going on to further her study of Indonesian language and music at university. She has taught Indonesian for over two decades at the secondary school and university levels. When she isn't teaching the language, she makes Indonesian music with a gamelan orchestra.

From School Library Journal:

Gr 3–5—Using eye-catching images and interesting descriptions, Hibbs portrays Indonesia as a land that is both geographically and culturally diverse. She presents an overview of the history of the archipelago and discusses what everyday life is currently like for its inhabitants. The sections on going to school and what youngsters do in their free time should have particular appeal to young readers. The country's variety of religions, special celebrations, and transportation are also addressed. Hibbs includes popular references, such as the fact that many Indonesians, too, watch an Idol-type TV show. Information is brief, which makes the book best suited for casual browsing or as an introduction to the country. The overall layout is attractive and uncluttered, with large, clear fonts, and humorous graphics. Most of the pictures are appealing; however, several small, very detailed photos are sometimes placed on a single page, where one or two larger ones might serve better. Attention-grabbing sidebars highlight maps, statistics, facts, and words or phrases. Readers are given fun, practical opportunities to experience aspects of the country on their own. Step-by-step directions explain how to build a volcano, create puppets, design traditional masks, or make green pancakes or an avocado drink. Informative, entertaining, and child-friendly.—Sherry J. Mills, Hazelwood East High School, St. Louis, MO

About this edition

• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 0804848505
• ISBN 13: 9780804848503
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 64