Visiting China

April 1, 2004
PreS-An infant narrator explains what she sees during a week's travel in China. ("On Monday, I fell asleep on a velvet cushion. When I woke up, I saw a red fringe. Where was I?") On alternate spreads, small color photos depict the identifiable objects that are mentioned, which become part of a larger, family scene when the page is turned. Astute observers will also notice the baby doll hiding in each large picture. Some of the terms, such as trishaw, opera, and Forbidden City, are rather sophisticated for the younger listeners, which makes it difficult to determine the best audience for this book. However, the book's interactive style may engage youngsters and offer a simple introduction to another culture.-Be Astengo, Alachua County Library, Gainesville, FL

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