2019 is the Year of the Pig! Patty is a peppy piglet whose journey
celebrates the new year. This revised edition features a bilingual
Chinese translation.
process, as Patty gets advice from her uncles, aunts, and cousins. But
being a sensible pig takes practice, as Patty realizes when Farmer Wu
loses his jade ring! Can Patty demonstrate her best qualities when
others think they aren't?
Befriending people and the other zodiac animals, can Patty show she's
got the right stuff? Illustrating expressive characters and vibrant
action, artist Jeremiah Alcorn creates an inviting new world for readers
to explore. Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is a popular annual
children's book series showcasing the twelve charming animals that
embody the Chinese New Year.
Patty's exuberant trek to discover her true nature will delight children
and adults alike. Kids love identifying with how each animal embarks on
a unique quest to discover his or her own character: Bright and dynamic
illustrations will appeal to parents, those interested in Asian culture,
and, of course, pig lovers.
Teachers appreciate how Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is the only
English series on each of the animals of the Chinese lunar calendar.
Librarians like how it one of the longest-running children's book series
featuring Asian American themes. Now readers everywhere can enjoy these
entertaining and original tales.
With its delightful narrative and appealing artwork, The Year of the
Pig reminds us of the many porcine qualities we would do well to
cultivate in ourselves: intelligence, curiosity, sincerity and
generosity. How wise are those who learn from pigs rather than eat
them! - Sy Montgomery, author of The Good Good Pig
