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Crouching Tiger (2011)

by Ying Chang Compestine(Favorite Author)

3.82 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

0763646423 (ISBN13: 9780763646424)

languge

English

genre

Middle Grade & Children's

publisher

Candlewick Press

review 1: As Ming Da gets used to his grandfather's presence he asks to be taught the Kung Fu he sees his grandfather practising in the backyard. Instead of learning the kicks and punches he expects, Ming Da learns to stand still. he is disappointed, but eventually learns that self-discipline is the necessary first step in learning martial arts.I picked up this picture book because the title was interesting, and I have read other books by the author.I finished this book, well, it's a picture book. It doesn't take long to read. I would recommend this book to Thomas because the lesson about self-discipline is an important one for him, and many others, too.
review 2: With illustration done in ink and water, this gorgeously illustrated book tells the story of young Vinson ... morewho finds his Grandpa, visiting from China, practicing tai chi. Vinson loves kung fu and asks his Grandpa to teach him after Vinson demonstrates his vast knowledge of kung fu. Grandpa waits patiently until he can show Vinson how to stand meditate. Even though Vinson becomes slightly embarrassed at himself and also with his Grandpa during trips on the bus, to the parade, and at home, Vinson does eventually learn the valuable lesson of knowing one’s culture and embraces tai chi. I would highly recommend this book to children, especially those who want to learn more about different cultures or those who have a Chinese background. less

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