A Kid’s Guide to the Chinese Zodiac: Animal Horoscopes, Legendary Myths, and Practical Uses for Ancient Wisdom

PreS-Gr 2–This offering retells classic Chinese legend passed through generations. In ancient China, the Jade Emperor invited all the animals of the kingdom for a race to earn a place in the Chinese zodiac named after them. Twelve animals win and become a part of the Chinese zodiac. The Chinese zodiac is divided into a 12-year cycle, with a different animal representing each year. The order of the animals is Mouse, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each animal sign is further divided into five elements: metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, creating a 60-cycle of astrology. This cheery-looking book introduces the origins and personalities of each animal sign. It provides a profile of relationships, life at home, and life at school associated with each animal sign. It offers practical uses on discovering and navigating who we might be based on the association with the 12-zodiac animal, the five elements, the four seasons, and the ascendant signs of the hour of birth. The accessible text and kid-friendly design and illustrations will engage young readers. They will welcome this as a guide for discovering possible “paths to luck, riches and prosperity.”