In "Shota and the Starquilt" by Margaret Bateson-Hill, a young boy named Shota embarks on a magical journey of discovery and cultural connection. When he receives a beautiful star quilt from his grandmother, it sparks a quest that takes him to the land where the stars are born. Along the way, Shota learns about tradition, family, and the importance of storytelling as he interacts with various characters and experiences the wonders of his heritage. This enchanting tale celebrates creativity and the enduring bond between generations, urging readers to appreciate their roots and the beauty of their cultural identity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Folktales Series .

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2001 by Evans Publishing Group .

MARGARET BATESON HILL lives in Brixton, South London, and has written several children's books with a multicultural flavour. KARIN LITTLEWOOOD studied illustration at Manchester. She has illustrated many books and worked with Margaret Bateson Hill on Chanda and the Mirror of Moonlight - shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal.