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Text and photographs present a brief history of China and introduce the daily life of the Chen family who lives in the rural village of Ai Shan.

Contains two classics of tactical and strategic thinking, including "The Prince," fifteenth-century Italian leader Niccolo Machiavelli's treatise on political power, statecraft, and the qualities of the ideal ruler; and "The Art of War," sixth-century philosopher Sun Tzu's thoughts on the laying of plans, the actual waging of war, and the value of negotiation.

"Follow a giant panda and her cub . . . [and] learn how [they] are being protected and raised in a Chinese panda reserve, which seeks to help this vulnerable species survive. In fact, ChiDa, thepanda cub, is being prepared to be released into the wild--once she is old enough and has learned important life skills from her mom"--Publisher.

Yuan returns to China in the middle of chaos and he tries to restore peace to his family.

"Mulan is a curious, clever young girl with a love for adventure and learning. But there is no greater love than the one she has for her family. She will do anything for them--even if it means joining the army disguised as a man in her father's place. In battle, Mulan must find her bravery and her strength to become the legendary woman warrior she is destined to be"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an illustrated look at the lives of Chinese-American contemporary artists Shan Zuo and Da Huang Zhou.

Examines female infanticide in China, drawing on little-known Chinese documents and illustrations to describe the causes of female infanticide and its persistence.

An illustrated retelling for young readers of the Chinese folktale about a dragon that threatens a village each spring and Mei, the young girl who is destined to defeat him.

"The Huns have crossed the Great Wall. Their leader, Shan-Yu, seems unstoppable. Only a hero can change the course of events and prevent China from being conquered. That hero will be found in the most unexpected place, in an unlikely guise"--OCLC.