Chinese culture

What is the Peking Opera? When is Chinese New Year? What is a dim sum meal? China Focus offers fascinating and detailed coverage of a major world power. The four titles examine different aspects of China and its interaction with the world.

Ancient China

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

0789458667

Collation

63 pages : illustration ; 28 cm

Series Title

Dorling kindersley Eyewitness books

Call Number

931 COT

Ancient China

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

9780329556419

Collation

72 pages : illustration ; 28 cm

Series Title

Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness Books

Call Number

931 COT

Terra-cotta soldiers : army of stone

Describes the archaeological discovery of thousands of life-sized terracotta warrior statues in northern China in 1974, and discusses the emperor who had them created and placed near his tomb.

The ancient Chinese

- The rich, full-color interior has a strong, engaging design that will draw in young readers. - At 100+ pages, this series offers substantially more information than other books for young readers available in paperback. - Contains several special features, such as a biographical dictionary, which describes important figures in the civilization, and a timeline. National Social Studies Standa…

C is for China

From Abacus to Lantern, from Jade to Wenzi, this photographic alphabet book introduces young readers to the rich culture and natural beauty of China. Sungwan So’s colorful variety of images explore the country’s customs ancient and modern, illustrating not only the hubbub of street life in the cities, but also the rhythms of day-to-day life in rural areas. Beautiful photographs feature scen…

Yikang's day : from dawn to dusk in a Chinese city

One of a series of photographic information books concentrating on the daily lives and experiences of children in countries around the world. This volume follows the daily life of Ren Yikang, who lives with her parents in Changzhi.

China

Which is the only country to have competed in every World Cup tournament? Where would you go to check out the Mongolian Cow Yogurt Super Girl Contest? Put the countries of the world at readers' fingertips with these books for young globe-trotters.

China the culture

This title is suitable for people of ages 7 to 14 years. It discusses: the growth of the Chinese film industry, Chinese cuisine; immigration (the Chinese who live abroad); how the growth of the economy has created a new wealthy class within the communist state; and, capitalism without democracy.

Unfolding journeys : explore the majestic wonders of China in this beautiful …

Unfold the adventure of a lifetime as you travel along the Great Wall of China. This sensational fold-out frieze is more than six-feet long and can be removed and displayed. It features stunning illustrated detail on one side and incredible facts on the other. Get ready for an unforgettable journey across China. From the dusty desert of Gansu province to the rolling waves of the Yellow Sea, thi…