China's Child

By Evi Triantafyllides

Book Overview

A fantastical story that brings China's culture to life A great read to celebrate Chinese New Year, for children expecting a sibling, and for all little girls with a can-do attitude.

For as long as she could remember, Mei Ling wanted a baby brother. She asked and asked, and wished and wished, yet nothing happened. Until one day ... she came up with a plan Imaginary friends, a fantastical world and adventures at every turn await all the little dreamers, explorers and inventors out there.

Perfect for Lunar New Year: count down the days to the Year of the Dragon with an exciting journey filled with wonderful Chinese traditions, delicious foods, rich symbolism and a cheeky dragon that brings Chinese culture to life.

Great for kids waiting for a sibling: Mei Ling's quest for a sibling is a great way to prepare children waiting for a sibling and one that many of them can identify with.

Engaging read-aloud: an engaging storyline with dragons, secret meetings and topsy-turvy inventions.

Interactive details: includes a surprise foldout page, a "search and find quiz" at the end of the story, as well as a Mandarin glossary, and some fascinating facts on China that encourage children to revisit the story in interactive ways.

Color-bursting, stunning illustrations: Mei Ling's journey unfolds through vibrant illustrations that bring her adventures to life and every turn of the page

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9925739829
• ISBN13: 9789925739820
• Release Date: March 2023
• Publisher: Worldwide Buddies
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.0" x 11.1"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3