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Batang Katutubo Series
Four great books bundled into one wonderful set
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Book 1: Gustong Mag-Aral ni Sula
Written by Virgilio S. Almario
Illustrated by Beth Parrocha Sula often has dreams about studying with other T'boli children. Because of this, she wants to learn how to read and write even at a young age. Will Sula's wish come true? Review: This is a fantastic light read for young ones, giving insight about Tboli children and their access to education. The illustrations are beautiful and so colourful, also showcasing traditional wear of the Tboli indigenous community in Mindanao. This is written in Filipino with an English translation at the end page---perfect for those who are still learning the language. AGE: 10+
LANGUAGE: Filipino (with English translation in the last page) SIZE: 6 X 8in WEIGHT: 100G PAGES: 32 ISBN: 978-971-508-169-6 |
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Book 2: Si Laleng at ang Lakbay Paaralan
Written by Mon Sy
Illustrated by Ara Villena Laleng's school is like no other. It is not accessible by bus and is usually in the middle of the field. Their school also has a secret: it travels! Review: Laleng is a Manobo girl who goes to a "bakwit" school for Lumad children who have been displaced with the increasing militarization in their communities. This is a short story about the love of learning despite difficult situations--- an important one to tell young people, to show the importance of education and Filipino culture. The book is part of a series about Filipino indigenous children from different parts of the Philippines, about their culture and challenges around education. AGE: 10+
LANGUAGE: Filipino SIZE: 6 X 8in WEIGHT: 100G PAGES: 32 ISBN: 978-971-508-817-6 |
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Book 3: Ang Paaralan ni Fuwan
Written by Virgilio S. Almario
Illustrated by Kat S. Fuwan wants to go to school but she has to help her father and brother work in the fields. She can't help but wonder what new things her teacher is going to share. Will she ever be able to return to school? Review: This is a sweet story teaching the values of bayanihan, family and the school being much more--- a community. The illustrations are beautiful, depicting life in rice farmlands, to captivate the young readers. Paaralan ni Fuwan is part of a series about indigenous children and their access to education in the Philippines. AGE: 10+
LANGUAGE: Filipino SIZE: 6 X 8in WEIGHT: 100G PAGES: 32 ISBN: 978-971-508-817-6 |
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Book 4: Bahay ng Marami't Masaya Tinig
Written by Virgilio S. Almario
Illustrated by Kora Dandan-Albano Badjao children like Palasia, who go to the city to beg, face danger in the streets every day. But one day, Palasia hears many happy voices coming from a house. Whom do those voices belong to? Review: This one's tugs at your heart strings. We love how the story shows schools as a source of learning, curiosity and joy and the importance of enabling everybody to access it. The book is part of a series about Filipino indigenous children from different parts of the Philippines, about their culture and challenges around education. AGE: 10+
LANGUAGE: Filipino (with English translation in the last page) SIZE: 6 x 8in WEIGHT: 100g PAGES: 32 pages ISBN: 978-971-508-172-6 |
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