Zen Shorts
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
Published: 2010
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"Zen Shorts" by Jon J. Muth tells the story of three siblings—Karl, Addy, and Michael—who meet a wise, ancient panda named Stillwater. As they share their adventures, Stillwater narrates three enchanting Zen tales that reveal important life lessons about compassion, friendship, and mindfulness. Through his gentle wisdom, the panda encourages them to look at their own experiences and emotions with a fresh perspective. With beautiful illustrations and profound yet accessible themes, the book invites readers to explore the simplicity of Zen philosophy and the power of storytelling to transform everyday moments into opportunities for reflection and growth. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is part of a book series called Zen Shorts .
This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
This book was published in 2010 by Scholastic .
Jon J Muth is the award-winning creator of several children's books, including STONE SOUP and THE THREE QUESTIONS. He illustrated COME ON, RAIN! by Karen Hesse and OLD TURTLE AND THE BROKEN TRUTH by Douglas Wood. His highly acclaimed comic books are published in Japan and the United States.
Caldecott Award Honors
Animals in literature
Bears in literature
Nature in literature
Caldecott Award Winners
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This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Ages 0-7 Years
This book was recognised in the Ages 0-7 Years category by the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens.
Grand Canyon Reader Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Grand Canyon Reader Award.
Caldecott Award
The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award - Grades K-3
This book was recognised in the Grades K-3 category by the Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award.
Black-Eyed Susan Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Black-Eyed Susan Award.
Book Sense Book of the Year Award - Illustrated
This book was recognised in the Illustrated category by the Book Sense Book of the Year Award.
New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association Award.
Colorado Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Colorado Book Award.
Parents' Choice Award
This book was recognised by the Parents' Choice Award.
Red Clover Award
This book was recognised by the Red Clover Award.
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books - Children
This book was recognised in the Children category of the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books.
