A Unicorn Named Rin bookcover

A Unicorn Named Rin

Crystal Z. Lee 

(Author)

Li Liu 

(Illustrator)
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Description

The Royal Phoenix is missing from the Tang dynasty palace! Princess Pingyang is worried. Can Rin the Unicorn find Fan the Phoenix? Together with her friends --- Dragon, Tiger, and Tortoise --- Rin embarks on a journey to mystical lands in China. Along the way, Rin discovers the value of teamwork and the warmth of friendship.

A Unicorn Named Rin celebrates the wonder and beauty of Chinese history and culture. This exquisitely illustrated picture book makes an ideal gift:

*Easy-to-read vocabulary enables confidence in early readers

*Whimsical illustrations encourage imagination in all unicorn lovers

*Storyline fosters dialogue around collaboration, empathy, and kindness

*Real locations in China make for an inspiring geography, history and cultural lesson


"Both Liu's art and Lee's story are deftly crafted to introduce young readers to historically important sites, symbols, and mythical creatures from the Tang dynasty."-Kirkus Reviews

"This sweet story takes any small child's dream equation (unicorn + princess + dragon) and adds a dash of epic adventure, with lessons on Chinese history and culture."

-TheEveryMom.com

"...unique children's book...as it combines Chinese culture in every aspect, from myths, to poetry, festivals, and real geographic locations." - Literary Titan


Product Details

PublisherBalestier Press
Publish DateApril 22, 2021
Pages32
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconHardback
EAN/UPC9781913891121
Dimensions8.5 X 11.0 X 0.3 inches | 0.9 pounds
BISAC Categories: Kids, Kids, Kids, Kids

About the Author

Crystal Z. Lee is a Taiwanese American bilingual writer and avid traveler. She has called many places home, including Taipei, New York, Shanghai, and the San Francisco Bay Area. She was formerly a public relations executive who had worked with brands in the fashion, beauty, technology, and automotive industries. She is the author of the novel Love and Other Moods and the children's picture book A Unicorn Named Rin. Follow the author on Instagram @ Crystal.Z.Lee

Reviews

"Both Liu's art and Lee's story are deftly crafted to introduce young readers to historically important sites, symbols, and mythical creatures from the Tang dynasty."-Kirkus Reviews

"This sweet story takes any small child's dream equation (unicorn + princess + dragon) and adds a dash of epic adventure, with lessons on Chinese history and culture."

-TheEveryMom.com

"...unique children's book...as it combines Chinese culture in every aspect, from myths, to poetry, festivals, and real geographic locations." - Literary Titan

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