The Race for the Chinese Zodiac
Age 5+
Picture Books
An entertaining and educational retelling of a classic Chinese legend.
The Jade Emperor has declared a great race: the first animals to cross the river will win a place in the Chinese Zodiac. Thirteen animals line up along the shore. But there are only twelve places to be won. Who will miss out? This classic Chinese legend makes an exciting picture book.
Creators
Gabrielle Wang is a much-loved and award-winning children’s author. She is a fourth generation Australian-born Chinese. Her great grandfather came to Australia from China during the Gold Rush.
Sally Rippin is one of Australia’s best known illustrators. She lived in China for many years studying traditional and modern techniques. Sally has won many awards for her artwork.
Reviews
The Race for the Chinese Zodiac is a gorgeous version of a classic Chinese legend, which is both entertaining and educational. Wang’s text captures both the excitement of the race and the character of the thirteen animals, and the illustrations are exquisite. A combination of brush and ink, linocut and digital media creates a satisfying whole with rich oranges and golds prominent. The design and layout makes this a real visual treasure.
Aussie Reviews
