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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2017
The Chinese Emperor's New Clothes
By Ying Chang Compestine, David Roberts (Illustrator)
A Chinese emperor devises a plan to outwit his corrupt ministers with the help of his loyal tailors.
32 pages· 1,175 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Summary: Nine-year-old Emperor Ming Da faces betrayal from his greedy advisors who steal his treasures. To reclaim his power, he devises a clever plan with his tailors: "magical" clothes that reveal honesty. As he dons a simple burlap sack, will his cunning trick expose the truth and restore justice in the palace? Discover how a child's wit can outshine the deceit of adults in this inventive retelling set against the backdrop of the Chinese Cultural Revolution.
