Tales from the Chinese Zodiac
Collect the whole series!
"Tales From the Chinese Zodiac is a series of 12 books about these iconic calendar denizens, starting with The Year of the Dog...each book targets four- to eight-year-olds and stars a baby animal coming of age and learning how to personify the year it represents."
- Kidscreen Magazine
The Year of the Dog
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Jeremiah Alcorn
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-136-4, 9.5 x 10 inches
2018 is the Year of the Dog! Born on New Year's Day, the puppy Daniel explores the world with the girl Lin, and learns how to become "man's best friend." This is revised and features a new bilingual translation in simplified Chinese.
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The Year of the Pig
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Jeremiah Alcorn
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-143-2, 9.5 x 10 inches
2019 is the Year of the Pig! Born on New Year's Day, the piglet Patricia explores the farm with her parents and Farmer Wu. Being a sensible pig takes practice, but can Patty demonstrate her best qualities when others think they aren't? This revised edition features a new bilingual translation in simplified Chinese.
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The Year of the Rat
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Jeremiah Alcorn
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-011-7, 9.5 x 10 inches
2008 is the Year of the Rat! The rat Ralph befriends the boy Bing, but soon learns that some rodent habits are hard to shake. Can Ralph help his pal when Bing needs him most? Find out in this tale of a small hero with big dreams!
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The Year of the Ox
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Jeremiah Alcorn
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-015-2, 9.5 x 10 inches
2009 is the Year of the Ox! The calf Olivia becomes a "soul sister" with the girl Mei. But pulling her weight is harder than it looks. Can Olivia overcome all the odds to rescue her friend when the chips are down? This is the little ox that could!
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The Year of the Tiger
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Justin Roth
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-020-6, 9.5 x 10 inches
2010 is the Year of the Tiger! Teddy is the prince of the jungle, but when the King and Queen tell him to avoid contact with humans, he finds it hard to obey. But when he meets the girl Su, will both of them land in hot water?
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The Year of the Rabbit
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Justin Roth
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-023-7, 9.5 x 10 inches
2011 is the Year of the Rabbit! The bunny Rosie has big ears and an equally large sense of adventure. But she meets the boy Jai when she gets caught in his grandmother's garden. Will Rosie live up to how others think rabbits behave? Or will she keep her ears to the ground when Jai needs her help the most?
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The Year of the Dragon
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Jennifer Wood
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-028-2, 9.5 x 10 inches
2012 is the Year of the Dragon! Dominic's proud parents rule the sea and sky, advise the Emperor, and have high expectations for their son. But when they disapprove of Dom paddling a boat with his friends in the annual river race, what will Dom do?
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The Year of the Snake
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Jennifer Wood
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-038-1, 9.5 x 10 inches
2013 is the Year of the Snake! Suzie is a young snake who wants to see the world. Though others may not take kindly to her kind, Suzie befriends the girl Lily and embarks on a great adventure. But what will they do when the wisest choice is to lie low? Click here for more information.
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The Year of the Horse
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Jennifer Wood
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-080-0, 9.5 x 10 inches
2014 is the Year of the Horse! Hannah is a young filly who becomes pals with the boy Tom and his art teacher Laoshi. But who can help deliver Laoshi painting to the capital faraway? Hannah may hear her calling! Click here for more information.
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The Year of the Sheep
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Alina Chau
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-104-3, 9.5 x 10 inches
2015 is the Year of the Sheep! Sydney is a lamb who becomes pals with the shepherd girl Zhi. But when nature has a problem, can Sydney lead instead of follow? Click here for more information.
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The Year of the Monkey
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Kenji Ono
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-118-0, 9.5 x 10 inches
2016 is the Year of the Monkey! Max is the son of the famous Monkey King and Queen. As the Monkey Prince, he still has to go to school! Can he and his pal Kai make their own claim to fame? Click here for more information.
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The Year of the Rooster
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Author: Oliver Chin
Illustrator: Juan Calle
$15.95, Hardcover, 36 pages
ISBN: 978-1-59702-125-8, 9.5 x 10 inches
2017 is the Year of the Rooster! Ray is a chick who admires his parents. His dad is eveyone's alarm clock! But can Ray and his friend Ying find a legendary bird who is even bigger and brighter?Click here for more information.
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Handy Dandy Chinese Calendar
If you're wondering what animal you are, you're in luck. Due to popular demand, we've added this table so you can find out. Now if your birthday is between January and February, that is a little trickier! We'll try to address that when we have some more time...
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Ox |
Tiger |
Rabbit |
Dragon |
Snake |
Horse |
Sheep |
Monkey |
Rooster |
Dog |
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