Samurai Kids 1 White Crane, Sandy Fussell
Samurai Kids 1 White Crane, Sandy Fussell
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Samurai Kids #1: White Crane

Author: Sandy Fussell

Narrator: Joshua Swanson

Unabridged: 4 hr 10 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/09/2011

Synopsis

Can a one-legged boy become a great samurai warrior? Meet some unique aspiring champions in this kick-off to an exciting new martial arts series.Niya Moto is the only one-legged samurai kid in Japan, famous for falling flat on his face in the dirt. The one school that will accept him is the Cockroach Ryu, led by the legendary sensei Ki-Yaga. He may be an old man overly fond of naps, but Ki-Yaga is also known for taking in kids that the world has judged harshly: an albino girl with extra fingers and toes, a boy who is blind, a big kid whose past makes him loath to fight. A warrior in his time, Ki-Yaga demands excellence in everything from sword fighting to poetry. But can the ragtag Cockroaches make the treacherous journey to the Samurai Trainee Games, never mind take on the all-conquering Dragons? In a fast-moving, action-filled tale that draws on true details of feudal Japan, Niya finds there’s no fear they can’t face as long as they stick together—for their friendship is more powerful than a samurai sword.Mp>

About Sandy Fussell

Sandy Fussell lives in Australia. She majored in mathematics, is intensely interested in history, and now works in information technology. She is the author of the Samurai Kids series, which includes White Crane and Owl Ninja.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Adele on April 04, 2009

So this is my second Middle Grade review ever and I have been trying to keep these one's shorter. Wish me luck! Of all the novels I have received in the past two months, this one got the greatest reaction from my class. The combination of the Samurai theme with the amazing artistry seemed to immedia......more

Goodreads review by Mark on December 31, 2021

Gave a quick read too see was appropriate for my nephew and it was. Five stars earned and great artwork......more

Goodreads review by Shannon on February 18, 2014

I got this as an audiobook for a road trip with a diverse mix of kids (10-12 year olds) in the vehicle. It was a good choice. It is an empowering story focusing on the character's strengths rather than their weaknesses. It mixes traditional feudal Japanese stories and themes into an accessible story......more

Goodreads review by Bookwormgirl on July 17, 2011

This was a great story. I loved Niya's voice, he tries to be practical but sometimes his imagination gets the better of him. I loved their sensei, Ki-Yaga, he is an all knowing, butt-kicking, sleepy little old dude who loves those kids. All the kids have problems but they overcome them together. Tha......more

Goodreads review by Tracey on September 15, 2015

Excellent book! Has it all including humor, intrigue, strategy, suspense, good lessons learned.......more

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