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Award-Winning Finalist in the the 2019 International Book Awards. Winner of a 2018 Family Choice Award. Pola's Flower is a gentle yet powerful account of a young Tibetan girl's relationship with her grandfather, Pola. Metog-ma and Pola live in the quiet and magical land of Tibet during the time just before the historical government take-over. Pola is a painter of Buddhist scrolls known as thangkas. He tells Metog-ma that thangkas have the potential for giving secret messages to those who meditate on the sacred images. As a seven year old child growing up in a traditional family, Metog-ma recognizes her grandfather's capabilities for penetrating wisdom. And so, she follows Pola everywhere. She asks Pola everything. She listens closely to his words. And she watches as he paints grand landscapes adorned with glorious Buddhas, stately mountains, lush blue lakes, and richly colored lotus flowers. Secretly, she holds her greatest wish: to be able to see the messages hidden in her grandfather's beautiful paintings. With mastery, Pola prepares Metog-ma for impending and grave losses through his art. Sometimes this entails hard lessons, but she follows his every instruction even when faced with strong feelings of fear and sadness. Eventually, like one of Pola's lotus flowers growing out of the muck and mire, Metog-ma stumbles upon a wealth of inner strength and wisdom, aspiring to help others keep that which they love most alive in their hearts. Pola's Flower is absolutely lovely, illustrated by traditionally trained thangka artist, Lobsang Gyatso. Geared toward children of ages 9-12 years, it offers a respectful glimpse of Tibetan life at a time when their culture was untouched by the major historical changes. The story offers wonderful support for children facing major life changes, and provides adults the means to foster compassion and strength as they help their children deal with life experiences. Pola's Flower is a must-have!

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Growing up in Western societies, children often miss out on developing meaningful bonds with their grandparents. In this beautifully illustrated book, meet Metog-ma, a young girl growing up under the wings of her Po-la (grandfather) in the mountains of Tibet. He is a well-respected painter of Buddhist scrolls (Thangkas) who encourages Metog-ma and instills virtues like patience and gratitude in her. When the family decides to leave Tibet, he tells her to Remember that joy always, Metog-ma. It will keep everything you love alive in your heart. For always. A heart-warming story for ages 8 to 12. - Skipping Stones Multicultural Literary Magazine Review Pola's Flower is a stunning visual, which offers a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry and spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism through the eyes of a young Tibetan girl. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in knowing about Tibet's artistic wealth, its unique wisdom culture, and its peace-loving people.- Tulku Jigme Rinpoche, Founder and Director of the Palmo Center for Peace and Education Although I am 96, Tibet, My Country brings me back to my childhood, with memories of my beloved grandpa telling me stories. This book lights a divine light in children's innocent hearts. If Diana had not had years of intensive training in Tibetan Buddhist Meditation, she would not nor could not have ever written such an inspiring and encouraging book. - Master Alfred Huang, Author of The Complete I Ching, Understanding the I Ching, The Numerology of the I Ching, and Dragon Flying in the Sky A beautiful, thoughtful, and timely children's book. Brimming with cultural awareness and providing support for children and families that are dealing with loss.- Melissa Gomsrud, Licensed Professional Counselor Masterfully written, Pola's Flower not only gives children explicit guidance on how to move through the challenges of impermanence, but also offers a peek into the heart and soul of traditional Tibet. This book has the power to calm the mind and warm the heart. - Karma Sonam, Shi-ne Meditation Instructor

Growing up in Western societies, children often miss out on developing meaningful bonds with their grandparents. In this beautifully illustrated book, meet Metog-ma, a young girl growing up under the wings of her Po-la (grandfather) in the mountains of Tibet. He is a well-respected painter of Buddhist scrolls (Thangkas) who encourages Metog-ma and instills virtues like patience and gratitude in her. When the family decides to leave Tibet, he tells her to Remember that joy always, Metog-ma. It will keep everything you love alive in your heart. For always. A heart-warming story for ages 8 to 12. - Skipping Stones Multicultural Literary Magazine Review Pola's Flower is a stunning visual, which offers a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry and spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism through the eyes of a young Tibetan girl. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in knowing about Tibet's artistic wealth, its unique wisdom culture, and its peace-loving people. - Tulku Jigme Rinpoche, Founder and Director of the Palmo Center for Peace and Education Although I am 96, Tibet, My Country brings me back to my childhood, with memories of my beloved grandpa telling me stories. This book lights a divine light in children's innocent hearts. If Diana had not had years of intensive training in Tibetan Buddhist Meditation, she would not nor could not have ever written such an inspiring and encouraging book. - Master Alfred Huang, Author of The Complete I Ching, Understanding the I Ching, The Numerology of the I Ching, and Dragon Flying in the Sky A beautiful, thoughtful, and timely children's book. Brimming with cultural awareness and providing support for children and families that are dealing with loss. - Melissa Gomsrud, Licensed Professional Counselor Masterfully written, Pola's Flower not only gives children explicit guidance on how to move through the challenges of impermanence, but also offers a peek into the heart and soul of traditional Tibet. This book has the power to calm the mind and warm the heart. - Karma Sonam, Shi-ne Meditation Instructor

Growing up in Western societies, children often miss out on developing meaningful bonds with their grandparents. In this beautifully illustrated book, meet Metog-ma, a young girl growing up under the wings of her Po-la (grandfather) in the mountains of Tibet. He is a well-respected painter of Buddhist scrolls (Thangkas) who encourages Metog-ma and instills virtues like patience and gratitude in her. When the family decides to leave Tibet, he tells her to Remember that joy always, Metog-ma. It will keep everything you love alive in your heart. For always. A heart-warming story for ages 8 to 12. - Skipping Stones Multicultural Literary Magazine Review Pola's Flower is a stunning visual, which offers a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry and spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism through the eyes of a young Tibetan girl. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in knowing about Tibet's artistic wealth, its unique wisdom culture, and its peace-loving people. - Tulku Jigme Rinpoche, Founder and Director of the Palmo Center for Peace and Education Although I am 96, Tibet, My Country brings me back to my childhood, with memories of my beloved grandpa telling me stories. This book lights a divine light in children's innocent hearts. If Diana had not had years of intensive training in Tibetan Buddhist Meditation, she would not nor could not have ever written such an inspiring and encouraging book. - Master Alfred Huang, Author of The Complete I Ching, Understanding the I Ching, The Numerology of the I Ching, and Dragon Flying in the Sky A beautiful, thoughtful, and timely children's book. Brimming with cultural awareness and providing support for children and families that are dealing with loss. - Melissa Gomsrud, Licensed Professional Counselor Masterfully written, Pola's Flower not only gives children explicit guidance on how to move through the challenges of impermanence, but also offers a peek into the heart and soul of traditional Tibet. This book has the power to calm the mind and warm the heart. - Karma Sonam, Shi-ne Meditation Instructor [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of Pola's Flower by Diana Nadeau.] Not having an artistic bone in my body - seriously; even my stick figures look deformed - I've always admired people who have the talent for drawing. Now, thanks to Lobsang Gyatso's beyond stunning illustrations, I have a new kind of art to admire. Diana Lynne Nadeau's book, Pola's Flower, introduces the reader to the painting of Buddhist scrolls known as thangkas (always written in italics). In this story, Metog-ma learns the ancient art from her grandfather, Pola, during the time before Tibet is taken over by the government. The story doesn't really have a conflict or problem to solve, it's more of a lovely look at Metog-ma's life and relationship with Pola before the take-over.... Read the rest here: http: //forums.onlinebookclub.org/shelves/book.php?id=338845

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