The Little Pigs and the Sweet Rice Cakes: A Story Told in English and Chinese (Stories of the Chinese Zodiac)
No. of pages 42
Published: 2018
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In "The Little Pigs and the Sweet Rice Cakes," a charming tale that intertwines English and Chinese, young readers are introduced to the story of three little pigs who embark on a delightful adventure in pursuit of sweet rice cakes. As they navigate challenges and learn the importance of teamwork and perseverance, children become acquainted with themes of friendship and cultural traditions. Set against the backdrop of the Chinese Zodiac, this enchanting story engages readers while teaching them about the significance of the Year of the Pig, making it a perfect read for children exploring diverse narratives. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Stories Of the Chinese Zodiac .
This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
There are 42 pages in this book. This book was published in 2018 by BetterLink Press Incorporated .
Li Jian was a middle school art teacher and children's books editor. He currently owns his own illustration studio, focusing on children's fairy tales.
Animals in literature
Religious Celebrations in literature
Religious Holidays in literature
Pigs in literature
Nature in literature
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"Unique and simply outstanding, The Little Pigs and the Sweet Rice Cakes is very highly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library bilingual (English/Chinese) picture book collections for children ages 4 to 8." -Midwest Book Review
"Jian illustrates in muted grays and jewel tones, lending the story a serene quality." -Publishers Weekly
"[This book] is a wonderful way to learn a bit more about the Chinese culture and the beliefs about pigs." -Crafty Moms Share blog
