The Indian in the Cupboard (Indian in the Cupboard, The)
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Reader: Lynne Reid BanksEdition: Audio Cassette
Format: Unabridged
Published: 2000-03-14
ISBN: 080727397X
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Publisher: Listening Library
Book Reviews of The Indian in the Cupboard (Indian in the Cupboard, The)
Book Review: Good Writing- Appaling Content
Summary: 1 Stars
As an educator, I am appalled when I find out that other teachers still use this book in their classrooms without discussing the egregious misrepresentation of Native Americans throughout this book. While this book has won critical acclaim for its writing, no level of fine writing will make up for the damage it does to the image of Native Americans. This book portrays Native Americans as unintelligent savages who are ready to attack at any moment. I cringe to think of the Native child who reads this book and self-worth is shattered!
Summary of The Indian in the Cupboard (Indian in the Cupboard, The)
What could be better than a magic cupboard that turns small toys into living creatures? Omri's big brother has no birthday present for him, so he gives Omri an old medicine cabinet he's found. Although their mother supplies a key, the cabinet still doesn't seem like much of a present. But when an exhausted Omri dumps a plastic toy Indian into the cabinet just before falling asleep, the magic begins. Turn the key once and the toy comes alive; turn it a second time and it's an action figure again.The Indian in the Cupboard is one of those rare books that is equally appealing to children and adults. The story of Omri and the Indian, Little Bear, is replete with subtle reminders of the responsibilities that accompany friendship and love. For kids, it's a great yarn; for most parents, it's also a reminder that Omri's wrenching decision to send his toy back to its own world is not so different from the recognition of their children's emerging independence.
The Indian in the Cupboard is also available in Spanish (La Llave Magica.) (The publisher recommends this book for children ages 9-12, although younger kids will enjoy hearing it read aloud.)
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4 hours 22 minutes, 3 cassettes
It all started with a birthday present that Omri didn't want—a small plastic Indian that was no use to him at all. But an old wooden cupboard and a special key brought his unusual toy to life, and strange and wonderful things began to happen.
As Omri struggles to balance his real life in England with the characters of the Wild West of 18th century America, his incredible adventures are a fantasy beyond his wildest imagination.
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