The Year of the Sheep

Name: The Year of the Sheep
ISBN: 9781597021043

by Oliver Chin

Publisher

Immedium Publishing

Publication

Nov 25, 2014

Series

Tales from the Chinese Zodiac

Format

Hardback

Illustrated

Yes

Price

15.95

Dimensions

9.5 x 10 in

ISBN

9781597021043

Pages

Age

3 - 8 years

Rights Sold

🌍 World Wide Rights Available

Description

Sydney is a bold lamb with a keen nose for adventure. Her breathtaking journey celebrates the new year. 2015 was The Year of the Sheep.

The lamb Sydney befriends the shepherd girl Zhi and other animals. But to her parents' dismay, Sydney may walk to the beat of a different drummer. However, after a storm strikes and causes a problem for everyone, can Sydney show them how valuable a sheep's qualities can be?

Befriending people and the other zodiac animals, Sydney shows the best traits of people born in The Year of the Sheep, Illustrating expressive characters and vibrant action, artist Alina Chau creates an inviting new world for readers to explore. Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is a popular annual children’s book series showcasing the twelve charming animals that embody the Chinese New Year.

Sydney’s stirring travels to discover her real nature will delight children and adults alike. Kids love identifying with how each animal embarks on a unique quest to discover his or her own character: Bright and dynamic illustrations will appeal to parents, those interested in Asian culture, and, of course, animal lovers.

Teachers appreciate how Tales from the Chinese Zodiac is the only English series on each of the animals of the Chinese lunar calendar. Librarians like how it one of the longest-running children's book series featuring Asian American themes. Now readers everywhere can enjoy these entertaining and original tales.

"Oliver Chin’s Tales from the Chinese Zodiac delight the eyes and heart.... The Year of the Sheep is no exception, with beautiful artwork and an inspirational message."
- Sampan

Awards & Endorsements

Review

"This year, Chin introduces a new collaborator, San Francisco artist Alina Chau, whose whimsically watercolor-ed, large-eyed characters seem to beckon you right onto the page...Any way you turn the page, you’ve got another intrepid, courageous, tenacious tale to enjoy." - Smithsonian BookDragon
"Oliver Chin creates characters that embody 'qualities' of the year and weaves a fun story about humans and animals working together." - Planet Smarty Pants

Author(s)

Oliver Chin

Oliver Chin has written more than 20 popular children's books, including the series Tales from the Chinese Zodiac, Asian Hall of Fame, and Julie Black Belt. He has worked at Simon & Schuster, Children's Television Workshop, IDG, and the anime and manga publisher Viz.

Illustrator(s)

Alina Chau

Alina Chau is an award-winning filmmaker and artist. Her credits include the Emmy Award-winning Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series, and numerous best-selling games. Having grown up in Hong Kong in an Indonesian-Chinese family during the British colonial era, her creative vision is strongly influenced by a diverse mix of cultures. She finds inspiration in her grandmother's stories, colorful sarongs, and delicate wooden sculptures from Southeast Asia, as well as in the aroma of stinky tofu, and the sound of Hong Kong tram bells chiming. Alina's unique cultural heritage strongly influences her artistic and storytelling voice. Her whimsical illustration style is highly sought after for art exhibitions worldwide. Her lyrical watercolors have garnered her a devoted fan base and the accolades of her peers. She lives in Southern California.