D is for Dancing Dragon: A China Alphabet (Discover the World)

D is for Dancing Dragon: A China Alphabet (Discover the World) by Crane, Carol. paperback edition. ISBN: 9781585364732.

Winding its way like a long dragon through 4,000 miles of mountains, desert, and grasslands, The Great Wall of China was built entirely by hand, taking hundreds of years and millions of workers to complete. Thats just one of the myriad wonders of China children will discover in this far-reaching book. "D is for Dancing Dragon" brings Chinas history and culture alive by describing its unique customs, art works, music, foods, geography and wildlife. Children will learn, for example, that paper, ink, printing, umbrellas, kites and fireworks are all Chinese inventions. Theyll find the secrets of how silk is made, how chopsticks work and why you should never cry on the Chinese New Years Day. They will even learn a few Chinese words, as well as which astrological animal sign belongs to them. This captivating book is sure to be of special interest to anyone curious about this beautiful and mysterious land.