Tong tong! The legendary Nian monster has arrived in Shanghai just in time for Chinese New Year, and he is extremely hungry. With his massive horns, terrifying scales, and wide, wicked jaws, Nian is ready to devour the entire city. The worst part is that all the old tricks to scare him away simply do not work anymore. It is up to you to follow a clever girl named Xingling as she tries to stop this terrifying beast. Xingling will need to think fast and use all her wits to outsmart the monster. Will her quick thinking be enough to save her beloved city, or will Nian get his giant feast? Step into this thrilling and vibrant adventure to discover if one young girl can conquer an ancient legend.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
By
Bill O'Reilly and James Patterson
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Pictures by
Daniel Roode, Olga Ivanov, Aleksey Ivanov, Alina Chau, Amy June Bates, John Abbott Nez, Julie Robine, Donald Wu, Jennifer Zivoin, Begona Corbalan, Ruth Galloway, Tracy Dockray, Kate Babok, Elizabet Vukovic, Ziyue Chen, Joe Sutphin, Frank Morrison, and Scott Magoon
Have you ever wondered if there is a real magic word? It turns out there is, and it is a word you can use every single day! Bestselling authors Bill O'Reilly and James Patterson have teamed up to show you just how powerful the word please can be. Whether you are trying to find a home for a lovable stray dog, looking for a friend to join you on the seesaw, hoping for one more bedtime story, or really needing a delicious chocolate chip cookie, saying please can make amazing things happen. Filled with beautiful, bright illustrations from many different artists, this charming book takes you through fun everyday situations where one little word makes a massive difference. You will see how easy it is to bring smiles to the faces of your friends and family. Get ready to discover the magic power of please!
6-8 Years
56 Pages
