Torina's World: A Child's Life in Madagascar

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by Joni Kabana & Benjamin Opsahl

Retail Price: $14.95
ISBN-13 978-0-9794771-4-0

"It is remarkable to see such an important message of appreciation and concern for others elicited in such a simple, yet impacting, manner."
- THOMAS BRUNER, CEO American Red Cross, Oregon Trail Chapter

The children in Madagascar rejoice in life's natural gifts--singing, working in the fields, helping their parents, and playing with lizards. Divided into three sections: "We Live!", "We Grow!" and "We Feel!", Torina's World: A Child's Life in Madagascar offers a glimpse into daily life in a Malagasy village, and encourages children in Western cultures to examine and reflect on life in a developing country.

Ten years ago, author and photographer Joni Kabana spent a month in Madagascar. Her intention was to bring back images for her children showing how other children live. Torina, an eight-year old Malagasy girl, acted as Joni's guide into this world. Back home, Joni's nine-year-old son, Benjamin, helped edit the images and added simple, yet profound text to engage readers across the world.

Torina is now eighteen, as is Benjamin. She lives in a small hut with her mother, father and six brothers. Her goal to further her education has been derailed by lack of financial resources. A portion of the proceeds from book sales will provide funding for educational activities in Madagascar to benefit children like Torina. Celebrate diversity with Torina's World, and join with readers young and old in embracing a multi-cultural perspective.

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