I Love China: A Companion Book to D Is for Doufu [Paperback]

Maychi Shen Wang (Author), Maywan Shen Krach (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2000

Based on the 46 characters in "D Is for Doufu" this activity book takes a closer look at the Chinese language. Readers will gain more understanding as to why Chinese people are artful thinkers, and how that thinking pattern has been affecting their behavior for almost five millennia. As you read, you will make new discoveries about this ancient but living language. In simple sentences the author presents basic and interesting facts, shapes, and forms of its modern existence. Come and join us to explore new heights in your understanding of Chinese. As a bonus, one large red envelope, two small red renvelopes, four postcards, five bookmarks, and 46 word cards are included for maximum learning and fun. The book can be used alone or together with "D Is for Doufu." An ideal curriculum for the classroom and an absolutely charming gift for all occasions!

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About the Author

Maywan Shen Krach is the author of "D Is for Doufu: An Alphabet Book of Chinese Culture." She was born and educated in Taiwan, but came over to the United States when she was 23 years old for graduate studies. After teaching ten years in the public school systems, she started Shen's Books as a publisher and a distributor of children's literature that affirm universal values. "I Love China" is her second book. Youshang Tang has illustrated numerous children's books after immigrating from China. He has three books published with Shen's Books — "Pie-Biter" and "I Love China" already published, and "Abadeha: The Philippine Cinderella" to be released on March 1, 2001.

Product Details

• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Shens Books (October 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885008155
• ISBN-13: 978-1885008152
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,692,931 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Companion Book to D is for Doufu, November 6, 2009

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Lynn Ellingwood "The ESOL Teacher" (Webster, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: I Love China: A Companion Book to D Is for Doufu (Paperback)

This is a nice book for kids who are studying Chinese or learning about Chinese culture. I am an ESOL teacher who works with mainly Chinese students. It is nice to have books around that contain Chinese culture in them. I have to know the culture and would love to know more about the characters and language. I Love China contains some explanations about how Chinese characters were created and how they have changed over the years. It is respectful about Traditional characters used by the people of Taiwan and simplified characters used on the mainland of China. My students are interested in the book too.