Ancient China  •  Arthur Cotterell REFERENCE •  2005 •  HARD COVER  • 64 PAGES • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) A handsomely illustrated overview of the history, art and accomplishments of ancient China for children 9-12, in the attractive Eyewitness style. Informative text, and hundreds of color photographs and illustrations, introduce China's rich heritage. (CHN50, $15.99)
China's Bravest Girl: The Legend of Hua Mu Lan  •  Charlie Chin  •  Tomie Arai LITERATURE •  1997 •  PAPER • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12) The classic legend of Mu Lan is retold for readers ages 6 to 10 in this bilingual edition. As you probably remember from the Disney animated feature, Mu Lan disguises herself as a man and fights for her family's honor. Narrated in rhyme, it's perfect for reading aloud. Chinese characters are integrated into the full color illustrations. (CHN261, $7.95)
Project Panda, Adventures of Riley  •  Amanda Lumry NATURAL HISTORY •  2008 •  HARD COVER  • 36 PAGES • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8) It's "Panda-monium" in China when a rare giant panda mysteriously disappears from the world's largest panda reserve! Riley and family must face remote mountain forests, snow leopards, red pandas, and more in their desperate search for clues. When disaster strikes, Riley must act fast to save the day, and the missing panda. (CHN474, $16.99)
Uncle Peter's Amazing Chinese Wedding  •  Lenore Look  •  Yumi Heo LITERATURE •  2006 •  HARD COVER  • 40 PAGES • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8) (CHN348, $16.95)
Zen Shorts  •  John J Muth RELIGION •  2005 •  HARD COVER  • 40 PAGES • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8) A charming introduction to the Zen tradition for young readers accompanied by beautiful watercolor illustrations. When Stillwell, a giant panda bear, moves next door he shares traditional Buddhist and Taoist tales with his three curious young neighbors. His stories introduce the virtues of generosity, the nature of luck, and the dangers of anger. (CHN268, $17.99)