Babushka Baba Yaga
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From the beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Thank You, Mr. Falker and Pink and Say. Baba Yaga is a witch famous throughout Russia for eating children, but this Babushka Baba Yaga is a lonely old woman who just wants a grandchild--to love. "Kids will respond to the joyful story of the outsider who gets to join in, and Polacco's richly patterned paintings of Russian peasant life on the edge of the woods are full of light and color." -- Booklist "A warm, lively tale, neatly mi
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This beautifully illustrated story reimagines one of Russia's most feared folklore figures as a lonely forest dweller who secretly watches over a human village. When Baba Yaga creates a babushka disguise to interact with the community, she forms an unexpected bond with a young boy who sees beyond her frightening reputation. Patricia Polacco's rich, patterned illustrations bring warmth to this tale of hidden identities and unconventional family bonds.
The narrative thoughtfully explores themes of prejudice and the loneliness that comes from being misunderstood by society. Young readers who have ever felt like outsiders will connect with Baba Yaga's journey toward acceptance and her quiet acts of protection. This heartfelt story ultimately reveals how compassion can bridge even the deepest divides between perceived monsters and the communities that fear them.
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