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ISBN: 1846862027

ISBN13: 9781846862021

The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac

Name: chinese zodiac book
Item: The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac
Rating: 5
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By Dawn Casey

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Book Overview

"Anne Wilson's whimsical collages even include baubles hanging from the trees on the riverbank, capturing the joyous spirit of this story about the Chinese Zodiac" -- Foreword Reviews

Discover the legend behind the Chinese Zodiac Follow 12 animals as they embark on a thrilling swimming race to determine their place in the lunar calendar. With lively storytelling and colorful illustrations, this book offers an engaging way to introduce young readers to Chinese culture, festivals, and traditions. Explains the legend behind the Chinese zodiac and its significance Includes fascinating facts about the lunar calendar and Chinese festivals Perfect for celebrating Lunar New Year and sparking cultural curiosity

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1846862027

ISBN13:9781846862021

Release Date:September 2008

Publisher:Barefoot Books

Length:32 Pages

Weight:0.42 lbs.

Dimensions:0.4" x 8.1" x 10.5"

Age Range:4 to 10 years

Grade Range:Kindergarten to Grade 5

Related Subjects

Animals Asian Children's Children's Books Explore the World Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths Geography & Cultures Multicultural

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chinese zodiac book

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago

I bought this so my daughters could better understand the Chinese zodiac and all the animals. it has a great story that is very understandable to them (ages 2 and 4) and the pictures are great too. highly recommended.

Fun Book

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago

Cute story about the Chinese Zodiac and why the cat is not in the calendar. Fun illustations. My daughter who is 5, enjoys this book.

A picturebook retelling of an ancient Chinese legend

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago

The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac is a picturebook retelling of an ancient Chinese legend of how their annual calendar came to be. The Jade Emperor decreed a grand race between the animals to determine the order of the years. Thirteen animals raced, but the rat, eager to be first, tricked the unfortunate cat into missing the finish line completely - as a result, the rat and the cat remain worst enemies to this very day! Playful color illustrations by Anne Wilson add an enthusiastic touch to this adventurous narrative, rounded out with fun facts about the Chinese calendar and Chinese astrology.

Good Intro to Chinese Horoscope

Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago

I purchased this boook for use in a Third grade unit on China. I ended up using it with my Kindergarten and First grade social studies classes as well. It's a little wordy in parts for the very young children but can be easily abridged without losing the context of the story.