Nian the Chinese New Year Dragon Picture Book by Loh-Hagan and Banks 2019-image
Nian the Chinese New Year Dragon Picture Book by Loh-Hagan and Banks 2019-image

Nian the Chinese New Year Dragon Picture Book by Loh-Hagan and Banks 2019

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Format: Picture Book Synopsis: 2020 EUREKA Excellence in Nonfiction Awards - Gold Winner 2020 Feather Quill Reviewer's Choice Award Mei hates springtime. Why? Because it's only in the spring that Nian, a fierce dragon, is able to leave his mountain prison under the sea to terrorize the local village. When the villagers hear the rumblings of Nian's hungry stomach, they know that winter has ended and spring is coming. But this year on the night before the first day of spring, a magical warrior visits Mei in her dreams. He tells Mei that it is her destiny to face and defeat Nian. But she must do it within 15 days or the dragon will be free forever. Author Virginia Loh-Hagan ( PoPo's Lucky Chinese New Year ) gives this retelling of the Nian legend an original twist, while explaining the origins of Chinese New Year traditions., 2020 EUREKA Excellence in Nonfiction Awards - Gold Winner 2020 Feather Quill Reviewer's Choice Award Mei hates springtime. Why? Because it's only in the spring that Nian, a fierce dragon, is able to leave his mountain prison under the sea to terrorize the local village. When the villagers hear the rumblings of Nian's hungry stomach, they know that winter has ended and spring is coming. But this year on the night before the first day of spring, a magical warrior visits Mei in her dreams. He tells Mei that it is her destiny to face and defeat Nian. But she must do it within 15 days or the dragon will be free forever. Author Virginia Loh-Hagan (PoPo's Lucky Chinese New Year) gives this retelling of the Nian legend an original twist, while explaining the origins of Chinese New Year traditions., A young girl takes action when a dragon threatens her village in this retelling of the Nian legend, which explains why the Chinese New Year is celebrated for fifteen days., Mei hates springtime. Why? Because it's only in the spring that Nian, a fierce dragon, is able to leave his mountain prison under the sea to terrorize the local village. When the villagers hear the rumblings of Nian's hungry stomach, they know that winter has ended and spring is coming. But this year on the night before the first day of spring, a magical warrior visits Mei in her dreams. He tells Mei that it is her destiny to face and defeat Nian. But she must do it within 15 days or the dragon will be free forever. Author Virginia Loh-Hagan (PoPo's Lucky Chinese New Year) gives this retelling of the Nian legend an original twist, while explaining the origins of Chinese New Year traditions. Language: English Genre: Juvenile Fiction Intended Audience: Juvenile Audience Grade From: First Grade ISBN-13: 9781585364138 LCCN: 2019-004063 gtin13: 9781585364138 ISBN-10: 1585364134 Item Width: 11 in Grade To: Third Grade Book Title: Nian, the Chinese New Year Dragon LC Classification Number: PZ8.1.L936Ni 2020 brand: Sleeping Bear Press Publication Year: 2019 Illustrator: Yes Topic: Legends, Myths, Fables / Asian, Animals / Dragons, Unicorns & Mythical, General Item Weight: 15.7 Oz Item Length: 9 in Number of Pages: 32 Pages Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press Author: Virginia Loh-Hagan, Timothy Banks Item Height: 0.5 in

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  1. This adorable picture book brings the magic of Chinese New Year to life! The vibrant illustrations and heartwarming story about Nian the dragon make it a perfect read for kids. A fun way to learn about traditions while enjoying a delightful tale—great for bedtime or classroom sharing!

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