The Year of the Dragon

By Oliver Chin

Part of the Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series

A dragon defies expectations to join a forbidden river race. Can he find his own path?

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36 pages· 1,041 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Dominic, a spirited dragon, faces high expectations from his powerful parents. Befriending Bo and other zodiac animals, he dreams of joining a forbidden river race. As disapproval looms, Dominic must choose between obedience and his own dreams. Will he find a way to spread his wings and forge his own destiny? Dive into this vibrant tale of courage and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of the Chinese Zodiac.

From the publisher

The Year of the Dragon is the most lucky and popular… for good reason! Dominic is an adventurous dragon whose journey celebrates the new year. 2024 is the Year of the Dragon! This revised edition is bilingual in simplified Chinese. Dominic’s proud parents rule the sea and sky, advise the Emperor, and have high expectations for their son. Meanwhile Dom befriends the boy Bo and the other zodiac animals, who wish to paddle a boat in the village’s annual river race. But when other people and Dom’s parents disapprove, what will Dom do? Discover Dom’s ingenious solution in this enthusiastic tale! When others tell him what to do, can Dominic eventually spread his own wings? Illustrating expressive characters and vibrant action, artist Jennifer Wood 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. Dominic’s exciting journey to discover his true 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, dragon 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. “The Year of the Dragon is a welcome addition to this imaginative menagerie of endearing characters, whose stories embody the chief characteristics of each animal of the Chinese Zodiac in turn.” - Mirrors, Windows, Doors

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