The Dragon Boat Festival celebrates the first Chinese poet, Qu Yuan. And before the poet came along, this Chinese holiday was all about getting rid of creepy crawlies at the beginning of summer! Come explore the many traditions of the Dragon Boat Festival. Along the way, you may learn a few Chinese words and get to know some interesting historical figures. For more books in The First Chinese Festivals series, go to LSamZhang.com.

In these charming volumes, Little Mei asks her grandfather about each of the four different Chinese celebrations represented. He tells her the stories of Nian and the monster Xi (Chinese New Year); Qu Yuan, a patriotic poet who loved his kingdom (Dragon Boat Festival); the Jade Emperor of Heaven who ordered the earth to be destroyed by fire (Lantern Festival); and Hou Yi who shot down the suns (Mid-Autumn Festival). In Celebrating the Dragon Boat FestivalLittle Mei wants to know why she must wear a special scented pouch to ward off the evil spirits. Grandpa tells her the story of Qu Yuan, a patriotic poet who loved his kingdom. Includes a quick recipe for zongzi, sticky rice balls wrapped in reed leaves.

Every year a boy and his parents travel back to their hometown to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival. It's a wonderous time for the boy, as he learns Chinese traditions from his grandparents. He always leaves with only one wish--to return next year.

Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Dragon Boat Festival event holds around the world today. This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at the parts of a dragon boat! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Join us on a journey through China' s traditional festivals! This picture book series showcases four festivals: Chinese New Year, The Qingming Festival, The Dragon Boat Festival, and The Mid-Autumn Festival, each with a unique history, customs, and traditional food. This book introduces the Dragon Boat Festival, also known as the Duanyang Festival, the Double Fifth Festival, and the Tianzhong Festival. It is a folk festival that integrates worshipping ancestors, praying for blessings, eating delicious food, and enjoying entertainment. With vivid storytelling and beautiful illustrations, it' s a great way to learn about different cultures. So get ready to join in the fun and learn all about the Dragon Boat Festival.

In ancient times, the Chinese saw the dragon as both a protector and a threat, able to bring on rain or cause droughts. To honor this powerful creature, people created long narrow boats that they raced in an annual rainmaking festival. From the wearing of fragrant pouches, to the consumption of rice dumplings, to thrilling boat races, the dragon boat festival of today is a celebration of Chinese traditions all over the world. Arlene Chan, a respected librarian and an experienced dragon boat racer, explores the origins of the festival, it’s customs, and the races themselves. Beautifully detailed illustrations by Song Nan Zhang let you experience the beauty and energy of this ancient festival.

"The book provides information regarding the history of The Dragon Boat Festival along with customs associated with the holiday"--