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Chinese Children's Favorite Stories: Fables, Myths and Fairy Tales by Yip: New
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2020-08-04
- ISBN
- 9780804851497
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
ISBN-10
0804851492
ISBN-13
9780804851497
eBay Product ID (ePID)
12038497783
Product Key Features
Book Title
Chinese Children's Favorite Stories : Fables, Myths and Fairy Tales
Number of Pages
80 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Legends, Myths, Fables / Asian, Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, People & Places / Asia
Publication Year
2020
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Juvenile Fiction
Book Series
Favorite Children's Stories Ser.
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
23.3 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"The book is well illustrated with beautiful pictures and the quality of all of Tuttle's books is there. The books are just simply gorgeous. I cannot say that enough...The illustrations help take the reader to the time and place of the story but also leaves room for the reader's imagination to complete it as well." -- Crafty Moms Share blog, "Children will be drawn by the abundant colorful illustrations and the short, straightforward retellings." -- Booklist, ...I appreciate the simplicity and clarity of the stories in this book, making them suitable for reading aloud to my preschooler. [T]he watercolor illustrations are a modern take of traditional Chinese paintings. They are colorful and playful, which my preschooler enjoyed tremendously. -- The Common List , "Yip's paintings emulate classic Chinese silkscreen renderings, especially the serene nature images of The Frog Who Lived in a Well ." -- Publishers Weekly, "These beautifully illustrated tales give children in other countries a glimpse into the traditions and culture of China, while emphasizing universal lessons about being kind and successfully overcoming obstacles." -- Midwest Book Review, The book is well illustrated with beautiful pictures and the quality of all of Tuttle's books is there. The books are just simply gorgeous. I cannot say that enough...The illustrations help take the reader to the time and place of the story but also leaves room for the reader's imagination to complete it as well. -- Crafty Moms Share blog, "Yip's writing is clear and accessible to children, and the bright pastel illustrations are appealing. An attractive addition for larger collections." -- School Library Journal, Yip's writing is clear and accessible to children, and the bright pastel illustrations are appealing. An attractive addition for larger collections. -- School Library Journal , "Beautifully illustrated, the book is geared towards children ages five to ten. For the younger set, parents can read the stories to them which are sure to stimulate their imaginations." -- Bicultural Mama blog, These beautifully illustrated tales give children in other countries a glimpse into the traditions and culture of China, while emphasizing universal lessons about being kind and successfully overcoming obstacles. -- Midwest Book Review , Beautifully illustrated, the book is geared towards children ages five to ten. For the younger set, parents can read the stories to them which are sure to stimulate their imaginations. -- Bicultural Mama blog , "...I appreciate the simplicity and clarity of the stories in this book, making them suitable for reading aloud to my preschooler. [T]he watercolor illustrations are a modern take of traditional Chinese paintings. They are colorful and playful, which my preschooler enjoyed tremendously." -- The Common List, Yip's paintings emulate classic Chinese silkscreen renderings, especially the serene nature images of The Frog Who Lived in a Well . -- Publishers Weekly , Children will be drawn by the abundant colorful illustrations and the short, straightforward retellings. -- Booklist
Grade From
Kindergarten
Grade To
Fifth Grade
Dewey Decimal
398.20951
Synopsis
Chinese Children's Favorite Stories is a delightful selection of thirteen Chinese folktales as retold by author and illustrator Mingmei Yip. Inspired by her beloved father's nightly story-telling when she was a child, Yip hopes that by retelling some of these thousand-year-old Chinese stories she can pass along Chinese folklore and fables to international readers of all ages. These beautifully illustrated tales give children in other countries a glimpse into the traditions and culture of China, while emphasizing universal lessons about being kind and successfully overcoming obstacles. Readers will encounter many delightful characters--from an angry dragon to a wise cow--in stories such as: The Dream of the Butterfly --A sweet tale about accepting who you are and fully appreciating the world around you Carp Jumping Over the Dragon Gate --A popular story about the rewards of hard work Playing the Qin for the Water Buffalo --A musical tale that highlights empathy and understanding And many more Recommended for children ages five to ten., Chinese Children's Favorite Stories is a delightful selection of thirteen Chinese folktales as retold by author and illustrator Mingmei Yip. Inspired by her beloved father's nightly story-telling when she was a child, Yip hopes that by retelling some of these thousand-year-old Chinese stories she can pass along Chinese folklore and fables to international readers of all ages. These beautifully illustrated tales give children in other countries a glimpse into the traditions and culture of China, while emphasizing universal lessons about being kind and successfully overcoming obstacles. Readers will encounter many delightful characters--from an angry dragon to a wise cow--in stories such as: The Dream of the Butterfly --A sweet tale about accepting who you are and fully appreciating the world around you Carp Jumping Over the Dragon Gate --A popular story about the rewards of hard work Playing the Qin for the Water Buffalo --A musical tale that highlights empathy and understanding And many more! Recommended for children ages five to ten., Age range 5+ Chinese Children's Favorite Stories is a delightful selection of thirteen Chinese folktales as told by author-illustrator Mingmei Yip. Inspired by her beloved father's nightly story-telling when she was a child, Yip hopes that by retelling some of these thousand-year-old Chinese stories she can pass along Chinese folklore and fables to international readers. These beautifully illustrated tales will give children in other countries a glimpse into the traditions and culture of China, while emphasizing universal lessons about being kind and successfully overcoming obstacles. In this book, readers will encounter many delightful characters -- from an angry dragon to a wise cow -- in stories such as: Dream of the Butterfly -- a sweet story about accepting who you are and fully appreciating the world around you Carp Jumping Over the Dragon Gate -- a popular story about the rewards of hard work Playing the Qin for the Water Buffalo -- a musical tale that highlights empathy and understanding And many more!
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- m***m (2282)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI’m thrilled with my recent purchase . The website was user-friendly, and the product descriptions were accurate. Customer service was prompt and helpful, answering all my questions. My order arrived quickly, well-packaged, and the product exceeded my expectations in quality. I’m impressed with the attention to detail and the overall experience. I’ll definitely shop here again and highly recommend from this seller to others. Thank you for a fantastic experience!
- a***n (43)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseMistakenly ordered a paperback that I thought was a hardcover, not sellers fault; it was described properly on the listing. Seller still processed a refund the day I went to return the item and let me keep the item anyway. A+++ service. Book arrived quickly in great condition and for a great price. Thank you so much! Amazing seller!
- n***c (94)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseseller was communicative about my shipment, media mail took a while and tracking wasn't updated frequently, but seller communicated to me very quickly on status. the item came new and wrapped as described, though the packaging in it was packed wasn't sturdy and falling apart when it got to me.
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- m***m (2282)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI’m thrilled with my recent purchase . The website was user-friendly, and the product descriptions were accurate. Customer service was prompt and helpful, answering all my questions. My order arrived quickly, well-packaged, and the product exceeded my expectations in quality. I’m impressed with the attention to detail and the overall experience. I’ll definitely shop here again and highly recommend from this seller to others. Thank you for a fantastic experience!
- a***n (43)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseMistakenly ordered a paperback that I thought was a hardcover, not sellers fault; it was described properly on the listing. Seller still processed a refund the day I went to return the item and let me keep the item anyway. A+++ service. Book arrived quickly in great condition and for a great price. Thank you so much! Amazing seller!
- n***c (94)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseseller was communicative about my shipment, media mail took a while and tracking wasn't updated frequently, but seller communicated to me very quickly on status. the item came new and wrapped as described, though the packaging in it was packed wasn't sturdy and falling apart when it got to me.