![]() Themselves into pitiful old men and begged for something to eat from a fox, a monkey, and a In this legend, three fairy sages transformed Restored itself with each blow, and thus he is up there chopping still. Though Wu Kang chopped day and night, the magical tree Angered with Wu Kang's impatience, the masterīanished Wu Kang to the Moon Palace telling him that he must cut down a huge cassia treeīefore he could return to earth. Of course, Wu Kang became bored within a few days and asked if theyĬould travel to some new and exciting place. Short while, Wu Kang's enthusiasm again waned. So the immortal to teach him chess, but after a Sickness, but after three days his characteristic restlessness returned and he asked the First the immortal taught him about the herbs used to cure Wu Kang then went to live in the mountains where he importuned an Who changed apprenticeships all the time. Yi loved his divinely beautiful wife so much he didn't shoot down the After drinking it, she found herself floating and flew to the moon. Wife Chang Er drank the elixir of life to save the people from her husband's One day, Hou Yi stole the elixir of life from a goddess. Was saved by a strong and tyrannical archer Hou Yi. TheĮarth once had ten suns circling over it, each took its turn to illuminate to the earth.īut one day all ten suns appeared together, scorching the earth with their heat. The time of this story is around 2170 B.C. The Stories of the Chinese Mid Autumn Festival I. Why do Chinese eat moon cakes during the Mid-Autumn Festival? The answer is in the legendary Story below. With simple but informative text and illustrations that explain the significance of the dress, decoration, food, gifts and activities associated with these events,Japanese Celebrations promises to delight and educate young readers and parents alike.The Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival Day for Coming Years China Time Zone Beautifully illustrated and full of fascinating facts about Japanese holidays and celebrations, this 48-page picture book offers a vivid picture of some of Japan's most festive events including New Year's, Children's Day, Cherry Blossom Season, Harvest Moon Viewing, Christmas in Japan and many more. ![]() Brimming with ancient traditions, exotic decorations, and delicious, seasonal foods,Japanese Celebrations will take you on a month-by-month tour of some of Japan's best-loved festivals. In fact, they love it so much they have a day of celebration, whether it's a change in season, a religious observance, or just a special moment in life, every month of the year. This multicultural children's book is full of Japanese holidays, culture, language and stories! The people of Japan love to celebrate. The classic Chinese legends and poems in this colorful book will help children understand Chinese culture, and the recipes for tasty festival treats will delight those who love Chinese food. An autumn tradition where people climb mountains and drink a special tea to protect against danger, and visit elders to pay their respects. Families get together to make sweet mooncakes! Double Ninth Festival. A Romantic story of the origin of Chinese Valentine's Day. Festival of the Cow Herder and the Weaving Maiden. Paying respects to departed loved ones by sweeping and tending to their graves. A parade of lanterns to celebrate the first full moon. Fireworks at midnight, lion dancing and visiting with family members. Through beautiful illustrations, Celebrating Chinese Festivals presents the most important and celebrated festivals of China, and explains the traditions, the delicious foods, the exciting activities and special customs that go with them! Readers will experience many Chinese festivities together with Little Mei and her family as they celebrate: Chinese New Year.
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