Little Almond Blossoms: A Book of Chinese Stories for Children by Knox

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Author Knox, Jessie Juliet
Title Little Almond Blossoms: A Book of Chinese Stories for Children
Note Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents In the land of the dragon -- Two little Chinese sisters -- The little highbinder -- How Ah Chee found Santa Claus -- The moon rabbit -- How Santa Claus came to Suey Hip -- The Easter dream of Mun Chee -- Ping Pong and Ping Yet -- The little Almond Blossom -- The Christmas of Gum Ching -- Ho Chin's Fourth of July -- The little fisher-maiden -- The finding of Sing Ho -- The slave-girl's Thanksgiving.
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Summary "Little Almond Blossoms: A Book of Chinese Stories for Children" by Jessie Juliet Knox is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book introduces readers to various enchanting tales centered around the lives of Chinese children, showcasing their culture, traditions, and adventures in the vibrant setting of Chinatown, San Francisco. Notable characters include Chung Goy, a spirited boy excited to witness a dragon parade, and the sisters Poon Chew and Poon Yet, who embark on innocent explorations through their neighborhood. The opening of the book sets the scene by diving into the excitement of a Chinese New Year celebration, where Chung Goy eagerly awaits a dragon procession. His anticipation is palpable as he rushes to join his father on a balcony filled with lanterns and celebratory energy. The narrative vividly describes Chung Goy’s initial fear of the dragon, transforming into joy as he interacts with its benevolent spirit. Alongside this tale, the opening also introduces two sisters enjoying the festive atmosphere while contemplating their adventures, hinting at the delightful journeys that lie ahead in Knox’s collection of stories. The blend of cultural elements with the universal themes of adventure and childhood joy makes the book an inviting read for young audiences and anyone interested in diverse narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Chinese American children
Subject Chinese American children -- California -- San Francisco
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EBook-No. 51073
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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