Synopses & Reviews
Meet Lin and her pet dragon!
When the dragon mysteriously disappears, Lin sets off on a journey to find her best friend . . . and readers set off on a journey of learning and discovery.
By ingeniously integrating written Chinese characters into the illustrations as the story progresses, Christoph Niemann has created a book that is engrossing, unique, and memorable. The Pet Dragon is a playful introduction to the fascinating world of Chinese language and culture . . . and a terrific story to share with children everywhere.
You are invited to join Lin for an adventure you will not soon forget!
Synopsis
When Lin's pet dragon, caged for bad behavior, escapes back into the wild, Lin is heartbroken and sets out to find him. Lin faces numerous obstacles on her journey, and children are introduced to basic Chinese characters as they follow the story. Full color.
About the Author
Christoph Niemann has illustrated covers for The New Yorker, The Atlantic Monthly, and The New York Times Magazine. He is the creator of the picture book The Police Cloud, and the illustrator of The Boy with Two Belly Buttons, by Stephen J. Dubner. He lives in New York City.