The Year of the Dragon: Tales from the Chinese Zodiac (Hardcover)
Description
“Favorite Chinese New Year Books for Kids”—China Sprout
“A tale of friendship, bravery, and why sometimes it's good to be just a little different, Rosie [Year of the Rabbit] will hop her way right into your heart.”—Tokyo Bunnie
2012 is the year of the dragon! Dominic's parents advise the kingdom's Emperor and have high expectations for this high-flying dragon. However, when the boy Bo and the other zodiac animals want to learn paddle boat racing, will Dom sink or swim with them? Find out in the seventh book in the Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series.
This latest adventure in the Tales from the Chinese Zodiac follows The Year of the Rabbit (2011), The Year of the Tiger (2010), The Year of the Ox (2009), The Year of the Rat (2008), The Year of the Pig (2007) and The Year of the Dog (2006). Each book features a unique cast of a dozen creatures. In the Chinese lunar calendar, every year is represented by a special animal, who symbolizes special qualities and whose personality people identify with.
Immedium, Inc. inspires a world of imagination, and creates entertaining books that have multi-dimensional appeal. Based in San Francisco, CA, Immedium sits on the Pacific Rim, a vibrant intersection for crossover cultural trends from Asia and America. Embracing an increasingly diverse and “multimedia” world, Immedium publishes titles ranging from eye-catching children’s books and contemporary non-fiction to commentaries on art and popular culture.
About the Author
Oliver Chin has written the Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series, Welcome to Monster Isle, Julie Black Belt, Timmy and Tammy’s Train of Thought, The Adventures of WonderBaby, and other books. Called “an expert in Pacific Rim pop culture” by the San Jose Mercury News, he and his family lives in San Francisco, CA.
Jennifer Wood is an animation designer for the TV series T.U.F.F. Puppy on Nickelodeon. She contributed to the shows The Fairly OddParents, The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack, Catscratch, Strawberry Shortcake, and Tak and the Power of Juju. She lives in Los Angeles, California. See more at artofjwood.com.
Praise for The Year of the Dragon: Tales from the Chinese Zodiac…
"Selecting some elements of Chinese culture, such as the Dragon Boat races that still take place today, the dragon's power over water, the dragon's legendary features as an amalgam of elements from the other real Zodiac animals and the pearl, a symbol of prosperity awarded at the end of the race, [Oliver] Chin weaves an original tale."—Kirkus Reviews