Awakening the Dragon

The Dragon Boat Festival

Arlene Chan, Song Nan Zhang

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Tundra Books
15 May 2011

Children's & young adult fiction & true stories; People & places (Children's&YA); Languages & ESL; Chinese - Languages

In ancient times, the Chinese saw the dragon as both a protector and a threat, able to bring on rain or cause droughts. To honor this powerful creature, people created long narrow boats that they raced in an annual rainmaking festival.

From the wearing of fragrant pouches, to the consumption of rice dumplings, to thrilling boat races, the dragon boat festival of today is a celebration of Chinese traditions all over the world.

Arlene Chan, a respected librarian and an experienced dragon boat racer, explores the origins of the festival, it's customs, and the races themselves. Beautifully detailed illustrations by Song Nan Zhang let you experience the beauty and energy of this ancient festival.

By: Arlene Chan
Illustrated by: Song Nan Zhang
Imprint: Tundra Books
Country of Publication: Canada
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 142g
ISBN: 9780887768057
ISBN 10: 0887768059
Pages: 24
Publication Date: 15 May 2011
Recommended Age: From 6 to 9 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Awakening the Dragon: The Dragon Boat Festival

Vibrant, colorful paintings encourage youngsters to pore over the details in each illustration. This is an engaging look at the traditions of this ancient culture and the story behind the modern-day sport. -- School Library Journal Through beautiful illustrations and clear text ... Chan explains the ... Dragon Boat Festival ... Awakening the Dragon is a great book.... -- Resource Links Arlene Chan and Song Nan Zhang explore the many manifestations of the dragon boat festival -- Zhang in highly detailed, wonderfully vibrant paintings ... -- Globe and Mail