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“Our World: China,” with words by Songju Ma Daemicke and art by Jam Dong, goes through the day in the life of a child in China. Readers learn how to say hello and count to three in Mandarin. They also learn about kite flying, the sweet lychee fruit that grows there, riding on a paddleboat, how to make ink, and a tasty Chinese dinner. The story wraps up by showing the child at bedtime, saying good night.

This simple story shares a realistic day in a child’s life in China and explores interesting aspects of Chinese culture at the same time. The images do a fine job illustrating what is occurring and how one might participate in these activities. It is just the right book for any young child who wants to learn about different countries, cultures, or traditions.