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Celebrating The Chinese New Year

by Tang Sanmu
₱292.05 ₱193.05 34% off
Celebrating The Chinese New Year - Thryft
Celebrating The Chinese New Year - Thryft

Discover the captivating Chinese celebrations and traditions.

Recommendation: 1. This book is a delightful and educational way for children to learn about Chinese culture and traditions, specifically the Chinese New Year celebration. The unique feature of this book is that it tells the story of Nian and the monster Xi, which adds an element of adventure and excitement to the celebration. Highly recommended for children who are curious about different cultures and enjoy stories filled with mythical creatures and ancient folklore. 2. Celebrating the Chinese New Year is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about the rich traditions and captivating stories behind this annual festivity. From the fascinating legend of Nian and the monster Xi, to the heartwarming family stories shared by Little Mei's relatives, this book offers a deep dive into the cultural significance and customs associated with the Chinese New Year celebration. Whether you're new to the festival or looking to strengthen your connection to Chinese heritage, this book is a wonderful resource that will leave you feeling informed and inspired.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Celebrating The Chinese New Year

by Tang Sanmu
₱292.05 ₱193.05 34% off
ISBN: 9781602209589
Authors: Tang Sanmu
Publisher: Shanghai Press
Date of Publication: 2010-09-10
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Picture Books, Young Readers, Childrens Classics
Related Topics: Nature, Fantasy, Family, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 3.23
(rated by 13 readers)

Description

In these charming volumes, Little Mei asks her grandfather about each of the four different celebrations represented. He tells her the stories of Nian and the monster Xi (Chinese New Year); Qu Yuan, a patriotic poet who loved his kingdom (Dragon Boat Festival); the Jade Emperor of Heaven who ordered the earth to be destroyed by fire (Lantern Festival); and Hou Yi who shot down the suns (Mid-Autumn Festival).
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This book has been used, but it is still in a clean condition. There should be no foxing or annotations of any kind on the inner pages, but a sparse amount may be present on the cover, title pages, or outside edges of the book. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be light crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

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We do our best to ensure the quality of our books, but there is no escaping the wear and tear that comes with time. Slight foxing and some annotations may be present on the pages and the cover. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be several crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

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Discover the captivating Chinese celebrations and traditions.

Recommendation: 1. This book is a delightful and educational way for children to learn about Chinese culture and traditions, specifically the Chinese New Year celebration. The unique feature of this book is that it tells the story of Nian and the monster Xi, which adds an element of adventure and excitement to the celebration. Highly recommended for children who are curious about different cultures and enjoy stories filled with mythical creatures and ancient folklore. 2. Celebrating the Chinese New Year is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about the rich traditions and captivating stories behind this annual festivity. From the fascinating legend of Nian and the monster Xi, to the heartwarming family stories shared by Little Mei's relatives, this book offers a deep dive into the cultural significance and customs associated with the Chinese New Year celebration. Whether you're new to the festival or looking to strengthen your connection to Chinese heritage, this book is a wonderful resource that will leave you feeling informed and inspired.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.