When the eldest son fell in the well and most of the time getting help was spent pronouncing the name of the one in trouble, the Chinese, according to legend, decided to give all their children short names.

Huge. Colorful. Ancient. Welcome to China! Look inside to learn about the land, cities, food, holidays, and wildlife of this incredible country."--Page [4] of cover.

This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of the country of China.

Presents the numbers one through ten in Chinese, using each number to introduce concepts about China and Chinese culture.

Ni hao! Let's spend a day in China! Fly kites in the square, buy sweet lychee at the market and go paddle boating at the lake.

Presents an introduction to the Chinese New Year holiday and discusses its traditions, including family meals, remembering loved ones, decorating with the color red, and giving gifts.

Ping returns and deals with the selfish Tan Tan, who owns a beautiful house and a beautiful shady tree, but who does not share, so Ping turns Tan Tan's greed into his own gain, but remains true to his generous nature.

"What would it be like to live in China? How is China's culture unique? Explore the sights, traditions, and daily lives of the Chinese."--

Discusses the iconic photo of a lone protester, Tank Man, stopping a row of tanks near Tiananmen Square during protests in 1989--

"The Great Wall of China spans more than 10,000 miles! It was built over many centuries, and it remains one of the world's most famous landmarks today. This title for young readers explores the Great Wall's original purpose, how it was built, and how it's used today. Leveled text and fascinating photos bring the structure to life, while a map, a timeline, a comparison graphic, and a pop culture connection offer additional information about each structure"--Provided...