Author: Marina Ma
Publisher: Chinese University Press
ISBN: 9789622016408
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Yo-Yo Ma is an internationally acclaimed cello virtuoso. My Son, Yo-Yo is the compelling story of his life from the cradle to his entering Harvard University at the age of seventeen. It is told by his mother but narrated and written by Dr. John A. Rallo. By telling the story of her son, Marina Ma hopes other young people will realize life is a struggle uphill and that pain and hard work are part of growing up. In her story, love of family is the main sustaining force keeping it together especially during difficult times. The book, written in warm, conversational style, highlights events in the development of the "boy wonder." It is divided into thirty short chapters enriched by numerous photographs from the family album.
My Son, Yo-Yo
Author: Marina Ma
Publisher: Chinese University Press
ISBN: 9789622016408
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Yo-Yo Ma is an internationally acclaimed cello virtuoso. My Son, Yo-Yo is the compelling story of his life from the cradle to his entering Harvard University at the age of seventeen. It is told by his mother but narrated and written by Dr. John A. Rallo. By telling the story of her son, Marina Ma hopes other young people will realize life is a struggle uphill and that pain and hard work are part of growing up. In her story, love of family is the main sustaining force keeping it together especially during difficult times. The book, written in warm, conversational style, highlights events in the development of the "boy wonder." It is divided into thirty short chapters enriched by numerous photographs from the family album.
Publisher: Chinese University Press
ISBN: 9789622016408
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Yo-Yo Ma is an internationally acclaimed cello virtuoso. My Son, Yo-Yo is the compelling story of his life from the cradle to his entering Harvard University at the age of seventeen. It is told by his mother but narrated and written by Dr. John A. Rallo. By telling the story of her son, Marina Ma hopes other young people will realize life is a struggle uphill and that pain and hard work are part of growing up. In her story, love of family is the main sustaining force keeping it together especially during difficult times. The book, written in warm, conversational style, highlights events in the development of the "boy wonder." It is divided into thirty short chapters enriched by numerous photographs from the family album.
The Klutz Yo-yo Book
Author: John Cassidy
Publisher: Klutz
ISBN: 9780932592163
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Discusses the history and mechanics of yo-yos. Illustrates techniques for playing with the yo-yo.
Publisher: Klutz
ISBN: 9780932592163
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Discusses the history and mechanics of yo-yos. Illustrates techniques for playing with the yo-yo.
Yo-Yo Ma
Author: Myra Weatherly
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 9780756518790
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
This book recounts the life of Yo-Yo Ma, musician, who at age fifteen began a career as a solo cellist with the world's major orchestras and became a musical educator and ambassador.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 9780756518790
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
This book recounts the life of Yo-Yo Ma, musician, who at age fifteen began a career as a solo cellist with the world's major orchestras and became a musical educator and ambassador.
Yo-Yo World Trick Book
Author: Harry Baier
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486793990
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Fifty popular Yo-Yo tricks along with an illustrated history of the toy and its variations plus tips for keeping your Yo-Yo in top condition. Helpful diagrams accompany the easy instructions.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486793990
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Fifty popular Yo-Yo tricks along with an illustrated history of the toy and its variations plus tips for keeping your Yo-Yo in top condition. Helpful diagrams accompany the easy instructions.
Yo-Yo Ma
Author: Richard Worth
Publisher: Infobase Learning
ISBN: 1438145047
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Profiles the life and career of Asian American cellist, Yo-Yo Ma.
Publisher: Infobase Learning
ISBN: 1438145047
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Profiles the life and career of Asian American cellist, Yo-Yo Ma.
Sliding Into the New Year
Author: Dori Weinstein
Publisher: Yaldah Publishing
ISBN: 9781592872015
Category : Families
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Thrill-loving fifth grader Ellie (YaYa) Silver has been waiting all summer to visit the brand new water park in town. She is super excited when her best friend, Megan, invites her to go--that is until her twin brother, Joel (YoYo), points out that Megan is going on Rosh Hashanah. Sure, Rosh Hashanah is a big deal, but so is Splash World! What will Ellie do?
Publisher: Yaldah Publishing
ISBN: 9781592872015
Category : Families
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Thrill-loving fifth grader Ellie (YaYa) Silver has been waiting all summer to visit the brand new water park in town. She is super excited when her best friend, Megan, invites her to go--that is until her twin brother, Joel (YoYo), points out that Megan is going on Rosh Hashanah. Sure, Rosh Hashanah is a big deal, but so is Splash World! What will Ellie do?
Yo! Yes?
Author: Chris Raschka
Publisher: Scholastic Bookshelf
ISBN: 9780756988111
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Two lonely characters, one black and one white, meet on the street and become friends.
Publisher: Scholastic Bookshelf
ISBN: 9780756988111
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Two lonely characters, one black and one white, meet on the street and become friends.
Learn Yo-Yo
Author: Hinkler Books
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781743631362
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Anyone can learn a new skill with these stunning wooden kits, which contain everything you need to know to learn how to perform amazing yo-yo ticks. Each kit contains a 48-page book that guides you through the basics and helps you master the essential skills to yo-yo like a pro With quality components so you're ready to start right away, you'll be impressing friends and family in no time.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781743631362
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Anyone can learn a new skill with these stunning wooden kits, which contain everything you need to know to learn how to perform amazing yo-yo ticks. Each kit contains a 48-page book that guides you through the basics and helps you master the essential skills to yo-yo like a pro With quality components so you're ready to start right away, you'll be impressing friends and family in no time.
Abiyoyo
Author: Pete Seeger
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689718101
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Outcasts become heroes in this picture book adaptation of a South African lullaby and folk story. No one wants to hear the little boy play his ukelele anymore...Clink, clunk, clonk. And no one wants to watch his father make things disappear...Zoop Zoop Until the day the fearsome giant Abiyoyo suddenly appears in town, and all the townspeople run for their lives and the lives of their children Nothing can stop the terrible giant Abiyoyo, nothing, that is, except the enchanting sound of the ukelele and the mysterious power of the magic wand.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0689718101
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Outcasts become heroes in this picture book adaptation of a South African lullaby and folk story. No one wants to hear the little boy play his ukelele anymore...Clink, clunk, clonk. And no one wants to watch his father make things disappear...Zoop Zoop Until the day the fearsome giant Abiyoyo suddenly appears in town, and all the townspeople run for their lives and the lives of their children Nothing can stop the terrible giant Abiyoyo, nothing, that is, except the enchanting sound of the ukelele and the mysterious power of the magic wand.
Knots in My Yo-Yo String
Author: Jerry Spinelli
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307486850
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Newbery medalist Jerry Spinelli has penned his early autobiography with all the warmth, humor, and drama of his best-selling fiction. And don't miss the author's highly anticipated new novel, Dead Wednesday! "A master of those embarrassing, gloppy, painful, and suddenly wonderful things that happen on the razor's edge between childhood and full-fledged adolescence" --The Washington Post From first memories through high school, including first kiss, first punch, first trip to the principal's office, and first humiliating sports experience, this is not merely an account of a highly unusual childhood. Rather, like Spinelli's fiction, its appeal lies in the accessibility and universality of his life. Entertaining and fast-paced, this is a highly readable memoir-- a must-have for Spinelli fans of all ages.
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307486850
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Newbery medalist Jerry Spinelli has penned his early autobiography with all the warmth, humor, and drama of his best-selling fiction. And don't miss the author's highly anticipated new novel, Dead Wednesday! "A master of those embarrassing, gloppy, painful, and suddenly wonderful things that happen on the razor's edge between childhood and full-fledged adolescence" --The Washington Post From first memories through high school, including first kiss, first punch, first trip to the principal's office, and first humiliating sports experience, this is not merely an account of a highly unusual childhood. Rather, like Spinelli's fiction, its appeal lies in the accessibility and universality of his life. Entertaining and fast-paced, this is a highly readable memoir-- a must-have for Spinelli fans of all ages.