After her mother is killed by an explosion that also destroys her Vietnam village, four-year-old Kim is alone and afraid. Eventually, she is rescued by soldiers who bring her to an orphanage.Surrounded by the love of the couple who run the orphanage, the companionship of the children who live there, and her mother's promise, "I will always be with you," Kim finds the strength and courage to survive.This picture book for older readers, based on a true story from the Vietnam War, portrays the hope that exists in even the most desperate situations. Poignant illustrations capture the perseverance of the human spirit and the power of kindness.
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Ruth Vander Zee, teacher and writer, is also the author of Erika's Story, illustrated by Roberto Innocenti (Creative Editions). She lives in San Jose, California with her husband.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Himler, Ron (illustrator). Good condition ex-library book with usual library markings and stickers. Seller Inventory # 00099311436
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Himler, Ron (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0802852955I4N10
Seller: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Himler, Ron (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0802852955I4N10
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Himler, Ron (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0802852955I4N10
Seller: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Himler, Ron (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0802852955I4N10
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Himler, Ron (illustrator). Library Binding. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 11562829-75
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
SAL. Condition: Brand New. Himler, Ron (illustrator). library binding edition. 32 pages. 10.50x8.50x0.50 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0802852955
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: BennettBooksLtd, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: New. Himler, Ron (illustrator). In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Seller Inventory # Q-0802852955