Home for Chinese New Year (Chinese & English) by Wei Jie; Xue Can (Illustrator)

$24.99 NZD

Category: Chinese Culture

The Chinese New Year is a time for family reunions. In both English and Chinese, this book tells the story of a delightful family trip with lots of cultural details along the way! Full color. 9 5/16 x 9.

Celebrating the Lantern Festival by Sanmu Tang

$10.00 NZD

Category: Chinese Culture

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). ...Show more

The Great Wall of China - DVD (The History Channel) by .

$50.00 NZD

Category: Chinese Culture

Chinese Zodiac Animals by Sanmu Tang

$17.99 NZD

Category: Chinese Culture

Which Chinese zodiac animal are you? A clever rat? A brave tiger? A hardworking ox? Or an energetic dragon? In ancient China, each sign marked a different year in a 12-year calendar. Over time, people believed that a person's character and destiny were somehow decided by his or her zodiac animal. "Chine se Zodiac Animals" explains the traits of each animal sign and what luck the future might hold for the person born under that sign. "Chinese Zodiac Animals" is a fun and informative way to learn about an important part of Chinese traditional culture. ...Show more

Chinese Myths and Legends: The Monkey King and Other Adventures by Shelley Fu; Patrick Yee

$24.99 NZD

Category: Chinese Culture

This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a vibrant literary culture. Chinese Myths and Legends is a delightful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality, and love. More than just a Chinese children's storybook, Chinese Myths and Legends also explores the origins of each tale, as well as its impact on Chinese culture and history, inviting you and the children you love to enjoy the many layers of meaning. The included pronunciation guide, as well as information for further reading, makes this a perfect tool for educators, librarians, and parents. ...Show more

Celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival by Sanmu Tang

$10.00 NZD

Category: Chinese Culture

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). ...Show more

Celebrating the Chinese New Year by Sanmu Tang (Illustrator); Wu Ying (Translator)

$10.00 NZD

Category: Chinese Culture | Series: Chinese Festivals Ser.

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). ...Show more