It takes the average reader 2 hours and 31 minutes to read A Tiger by the Tail and Other Stories from the Heart of Korea by Lindy S. Curry
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
The power of love within families; the complexities of relationships; the rites of passage for birth, coming of age, marriage, and death-these are some of the themes covered in this wonderful volume. Author and storyteller Lindy Soon Curry offers us 25 enchanting tales that foster understanding of Korean culture and Korean Americans. Humorous tales, teaching tales, tall tales, classics, and a section of stories about tigers are included. Written in a style that easily lends itself to read-alouds as well as to silent reading, these stories reflect unique cultural traditions and values of Korea as well as universal symbols and themes. Curry's tips for storytelling give educators insights in how to effectively present or perform the tales. In addition, Dr. Chan-eung Park discusses the wisdom to be found in the stories and the cultural continuity of the collection. A color plate section illustrates some of the traditional arts, customs, landscapes of Korea.
A Tiger by the Tail and Other Stories from the Heart of Korea by Lindy S. Curry is 151 pages long, and a total of 37,901 words.
This makes it 51% the length of the average book. It also has 46% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 27 minutes to read A Tiger by the Tail and Other Stories from the Heart of Korea aloud.
A Tiger by the Tail and Other Stories from the Heart of Korea is suitable for students ages 10 and up.
Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.
When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.
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