The Year of the Horse
The Year of the Horse
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The Year of the Horse

Written by Oliver Chin & illustrated by Jennifer Wood
Part of the Tales from the Chinese Zodiac Book Series
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3 - 8
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Page count
Nov 4, 2025
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Hannah is a spirited horse who has a lot riding on her! This feisty filly’s amazing journey celebrates the new year and kids’ can-do attitudes. This revised edition features a new bilingual translation in simplified Chinese. 2026 is The Year of the Horse! Hannah is a foal who has a talented family and yearns to have special skills too. She befriends the boy Tom. Together can they bring his art teacher’s important painting to the capital faraway? Hannah jumps at the chance to show that a little horse can have a lot of courage. When others think she’s too young, can Hannah prove her unbridled spirit can blaze its own trail? 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.Hannah’s rousing quest to discover her 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, horse 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.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781597021685
    Publication Date
    November 4, 2025
    Publisher
    Immedium
    Original Publication Date
    December 15, 2013
    Page Count
    36
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    3 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2024055076

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