»Was für ein guter Hund du bist. Hachi, du bist der beste Hund von ganz Japan.« Mit diesen Worten verabschiedet Professor Ueno seinen Hund Hachi jeden Morgen am Bahnsteig von Shibuya. Wenn er am Nachmittag um kurz vor drei Uhr von der Arbeit zurückkehrt, empfängt Hachi ihn dort. Eines Tages aber kehrt der Professor nicht zurück. Hachi wartet und wartet - ganze zehn Jahre lang. Lesléa Newman erzählt nach einer wahren Geschichte von dem Akita-Hund Hachiko, der in ganz Japan zu einem Symbol für Treue, Loyalität und Zuverlässigkeit wurde.
Lesléa Newman Bücher
Lesléa Newman ist eine gefeierte Autorin, deren umfangreiches Werk die Erforschung lesbischer und jüdischer Identitäten sowie deren vielschichtige Überschneidungen beleuchtet. Ihre Schriften, die sich oft Themen wie AIDS, Essstörungen und Beziehungen widmen, zeichnen sich durch ein tiefes Verständnis der menschlichen Erfahrung aus. Newman ist eine Pionierin der Kinderliteratur, indem sie gleichgeschlechtliche Familien positiv darstellt und neue Wege in der diversen Repräsentation beschreitet. Ihre literarische Stimme wird für ihre Ehrlichkeit, Empathie und ihre Fähigkeit, die Essenz komplexer Themen einzufangen, gefeiert. Ihre Prosa lädt die Leser ein, über die tiefen Wahrheiten von Liebe, Familie und Identität nachzudenken und sich damit zu verbinden.






How to Sleep Tight through the Night: Bedtime Tricks (That Really Work!) for Kids
- 64 Seiten
- 3 Lesestunden
Whether it’s bedtime or the wee hours of the night, this sweetly illustrated nighttime companion is filled with practical ways to help young insomniacs, ages 5 to 9, with reassuring nighttime routines, creative visualizations, and kid-friendly activities and techniques for addressing bedtime reluctance, managing fears and anxiety, easing nightmares, and inviting pleasant dreaming and positive associations with sleeptime.
"A beguiling array of felines from A to Z makes learning the alphabet the cat's pajamas. Adorable cat with eyes of gold. Baby cat just two weeks old. From curious to elegant, grouchy to inquisitive, rowdy to tangled to ... well, unusual (who says cats don't swim in the tub?), these twenty-six charming felines interact with oversize alphabet letters on rhyming spreads. Author Lesléa Newman and illustrator Isabella Kung offer a cat's-eye concept book that makes the ABCs go down easy - and is sure to inspire many a repeat viewing"--Publisher's description
Runaway Dreidel!
- 32 Seiten
- 2 Lesestunden
In this rhyming tale in the style of "The Night before Christmas," a family's preparations for Chanukah are disrupted by a wildly spinning dreidel
The story revolves around Hachi, a beloved dog celebrated for his loyalty and devotion. Set in Japan, it highlights the deep bond between Hachi and his owner, showcasing themes of love, companionship, and fidelity. Through heartwarming moments, the narrative captures Hachi's unwavering spirit and the profound impact he has on those around him, making him a cherished figure in the hearts of many.
Meet cats from one to a dozen in this adorable board book introduction to counting with a feline twist
Mommy, mama, and me
- 20 Seiten
- 1 Lesestunde
Rhythmic text and illustrations with universal appeal show a toddler spending the day with its mommies. From hide-and-seek to dress-up, then bath time and a kiss goodnight, there's no limit to what a loving family can do together.Shares the loving bond between same-sex parents and their children.
Celebrated author Lesléa Newman unites a young boy and a stray kitten in a warm, lyrical story about Passover, family, and friendship.Inside, a boy and his family sit around the dinner table to embrace the many traditions of their Passover Seder around the dinner table. Outside, a cat wonders, hungry and alone. When it's time for the symbolic Passover custom of opening the family's front door for the prophet Elijah, both the boy and the cat are in for a remarkable surprise.
Daddy, papa, and me
- 20 Seiten
- 1 Lesestunde
Rhythmic text and illustrations with universal appeal show a toddler spending the day with its daddies. From hide-and-seek to dress-up, then bath time and a kiss goodnight, there's no limit to what a loving family can do together. Share the loving bond between same-sex parents and their children.
The story revolves around two competitive baker sisters, Esther and Hester, who find themselves in a culinary rivalry. Their new neighbor, Sylvester, steps in as a babka tester, adding a humorous twist as he evaluates which sister's recipe reigns supreme. The narrative explores themes of sibling rivalry, community, and the joy of baking, all while showcasing the characters' unique personalities and the delicious world of babka.

