China: Over 40 Activities to Experience China - Past and Present

by Debbi Michiko Florence, Jim Caputo (Illustrator)

The 2008 Olympics in Beijing, China will bring much attention and focus to this country. Children can dig in with hands, feet and mind to 4,000 years of this country's history, traditions and culture. Through photos, illustrations, diagrams, interviews and activities children will gain a deeper understanding of China and its people.

93 pages, Hardcover

First published March 15, 2008

About the author

Debbi Michiko Florence is the author of upper middle grade novels Sweet and Sour, Keep It Together, Keiko Carter, Just Be Cool, Jenna Sakai, and This Is How I Roll. She has a debut middle grade series called Last Chance Academy. Book 1, A Study in Secrets, is coming on March 11, 2025! She is also the author of three chapter books series including Jasmine Toguchi with four new books, Follow Jasmine as she travels to Japan on vacation! And Debbi co-authored a picture book biography, Niki Nakayama: A Chef’s Tale in 13 Bites.

Her books have received starred reviews, JLG Selections, and inclusion on lists such as Amazon Best Books and the Chicago Public Library Best of the Best.

Reviews

[Daphne Benedis-Grab · Rating 5 out of 5]

Filled with fun and fascinating facts about China, this book is a terrific resource! Kids learn about China not simply from reading but from well explained hands on activities. Tea is an integral part of Chinese culture and that explanation comes with careful instructions for readers to create their own Chinese tea tasting. And while admiring the intricate Chinese characters is nice, trying to recreate them will give readers a whole new appreciation for their beauty! A well researched, well written gem.

[Caitlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

its awesome.

[Kevin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great addition to the classroom. Love using this book for teaching about China.