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Lin Yi's Lantern, A Moon Festival Tale


by Brenda Williams

  • LITERATURE
  • 2009
  • HARD COVER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

When his mother sends him to the market to buy necessities for the upcoming festival, Lin Yi is certain his bargaining skills will get him the best prices and he will have money left over for his coveted red rabbit lantern. (CHN695, $16.99)

Ancient China, Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of China's Past

Ancient China, Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of China's Past


by Richard H. Levey | Jacqueline Bell

  • ARCHAEOLOGY
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 64 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
  • COMING IN MARCH

Designed for kids aged ten and up, this thoroughly illustrated guide to the mysteries of ancient China and recent archaeological discoveries includes a time line, glossary and an interview with a working archaeologist. (CHN364, $17.95)

Emperor's Silent Army, Terracotta Warriors of Ancient China

Emperor's Silent Army, Terracotta Warriors of Ancient China


by Jane O'Connor

  • HISTORY
  • 2002
  • HARD COVER
  • 48 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Visually engaging and informative, this book introduces the Terracotta Army of the first Qin emperor to middle readers. (CHN182, $17.99)

Marco Polo for Kids, His Marvelous Journey to China

Marco Polo for Kids, His Marvelous Journey to China


by Janis Herbert

  • HISTORY
  • 2001
  • PAPER
  • 144 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Travel along with the famous Venetian and do some things he may have done. (CHN189, $16.95)

 

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