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"This bright, playful story makes the ancient tradition of the Chinese zodiac accessible to and fun for contemporary children, whatever their cultural background...All in all, The Year of the Tiger is a great way for young readers to welcome in the lunar New Year!" - Paper Tigers. Written by Oliver Chin and illustrated by Justin Roth. $15.95, hardcover, 36 Pages, ISBN: 978-1-59702-020-6, 9.5 x 10, www.immedium.com/products/yearoftiger.html
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Tales from the Chinese Zodiac
Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
YEAR OF THE TIGER FRONT COVER
All black type on spine overprints.White Type on flaps and back cover knocks out.
The amusing tales of your favorite animals
continue in The Year of the Tiger! Teddy is the
prince of the jungle. But despite his parents’
warnings, he befriends the girl, Su. When their
worlds collide, can he prove the forest is big
enough for both man and beast?
Teddy’s hunt to discover his true nature will
delight kids of all ages. Fifth in the annual
Tales of the Chinese Zodiac series, The Year of
the Tiger shows all the charming characters of
the lunar calendar and the value of a youngster’s
amazing leap of faith.
Ch
in •
Ro
thThe
Yearof
theTiger
Tales from the Chinese Zodiac
Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
Year of the Tiger Dust Jacket Rnd 5 7/30/09
“I’m happy to see fresh illustrative style be mixed with an important,
timeless message. Immedium has, once again, put out a book that is both
great to look at and important to share."
- Tokyo Bunnie
“Author Oliver Chin’s latest Chinese Zodiac book for kids takes off...the
adorable tale of Olivia, a small calf with big pretensions, is being read in
classrooms, libraries and at Lunar New Year celebrations around the Bay."
- Contra Costa Times
“Olivia the Pig has got nothing on Olivia the Ox:
As you’re looking for an inexpensive one-size-fits-all
baby gift for all those friends of yours having kids
this year, consider The Year of the Ox…the fourth book
in the wonderful Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series."
- Cool Mom Picks
www.immedium.com
US $15.95
Oliver Chin has written the Tales from the Chinese
Zodiac series, Baltazar and the Flying Pirates, Welcome
to Monster Isle, Julie Black Belt, Timmy and Tammy’s
Train of Thought, and The Adventures of WonderBaby.
His family lives in San Francisco, California.
Justin Roth is a professional animator who illustrated
Baltazar and the Flying Pirates. He has animated TV
series for Nickelodeon, the Disney Channel, PBS, and
4Kids Entertainment. He lives in New York, New York.
“Here is a book that is geared
toward kids, but embraces
the adventurer in all of us...
Perfect bed time story
reading material.”
– Ain’t It Cool News
about favorite picture
books, it will be requested
so much even the kids
will have it memorized
almost word for word in no time.”
- Model Railroad News
“...the illustrations fit perfectly
with this story’s characters
and draw readers into this
amazingly animated world.”
- Shirley Ly,
Los Angeles Public Library
“...if I’ve learned anything
www.immedium.com
$15.95 USA
Printed in Singapore
“The Year of the Ox brings the richness of
Chinese heritage to children of all ages."- KTVU, Channel 2, San Francisco, CA
INSIDE FRONT COVER
Tiger
Horse
Sheep
Monkey
Rooster
Dog
PIg
For nearly 5,000 years, the Chinese culture
has organized time in cycles of twelve years.
This Eastern calendar is based upon the movement
of the moon (as compared to the Western which
follows the sun) and is symbolized by the zodiac circle.
An animal that has unique qualities represents each year.
Therefore, if you are born in a particular year,
then you share the personality of that animal.
Now people worldwide celebrate this
two-week long festival in the early spring and enjoy
the start of another Chinese New Year.
Snake
Dragon
Ox
Rat
Rabbit
p.1
p. 2
Immedium, Inc. P.O. Box 31846 San Francisco, CA 94131www.immedium.com
Text Copyright ©2010 Oliver ChinIllustrations Copyright ©2010 Justin Roth
All rights reserved, including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form. For information about special discounts for bulk purchases, please contact Immedium Special Sales [email protected].
First hardcover edition published 2010.
Edited by Don MennBook design by Elaine ChuCalligraphy by Lucy Chu
Printed in Singapore10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Chin, Oliver Clyde, 1969-The year of the tiger : tales from the Chinese zodiac / by Oliver Chin ;
illustrated by Justin Roth. -- 1st hardcover ed.p. cm.
Summary: The adventures and misadventures of Teddy the tiger cub as he learns that “good mannersmake good neighbors.” Lists the birth years and characteristics of individuals born in the Chinese Year ofthe Tiger.
ISBN-10: 1-59702-020-6 (hardcover)[1. Tiger--Fiction. 2. Animals--Infancy--Fiction. 3. Astrology, Chinese--Fiction] I. Roth, Justin, , ill. II. Title. PZ7.C44235Yer 2010[E]--dc22
2009012497ISBN: 1-59702-020-6ISBN 13: 978-159702-020-6
To Uncle Hank whose smile, pawshake, and wit established many a friendship.—O.C.
To Alexandra, the utmost authority on all things cute.Without your support and incredible patience, this wouldnot have been possible. I love you.And to my parents whose love, encouragement, and life-long sacrifices have allowed me to follow my dreams.Thank you so very much. You are the best!—J.R.
p. 3 Title
Immedium, Inc.San Francisco
Tales from the Chinese Zodiac
Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
p. 4
In the mighty jungle, the tigers slept
each night. But tonight excitement filled
the air. A small cry rang out. Then catcalls
joined it in a great celebration.
The King and Queen just had a baby!
p. 5
As the morning sunshine warmed the royal den,
the cub yawned loudly, “Roar!”
The Queen whispered, “Hush, my darling.”
Cuddling his newborn, the King chuckled,
you are a
feisty chap.”
“Theodore,
p. 6
Soon this fur ball roamed the
forest like it was his own
backyard. His parents
marveled at his curiosity.
Teddy meowed,
“I’m becoming a big cat!”
The Queen laughed,
king of the jungle.”“Someday you’ll be
p. 7
Later she advised, “Son, a wise ruler
starts out as a careful prince.”
The King added, “We’ve heard of
dangerous animals called ‘humans.’
Their houses and roads invade our land,
so stay away from them.”
p.36
Tiger1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
People born in the Year of the Tiger are bold and proud. These warm souls are
courageous and charismatic. But sometimes they reveal different stripes when
they are rash and unpredictable. Though they may seem secretive and catty,
tigers prove to be the fiercest of friends.
INSIDE FRONT COVER
All black type on spine overprints.White Type on flaps and back cover knocks out.
The amusing tales of your favorite animals
continue in The Year of the Tiger! Teddy is the
prince of the jungle. But despite his parents’
warnings, he befriends the girl, Su. When their
worlds collide, can he prove the forest is big
enough for both man and beast?
Teddy’s hunt to discover his true nature will
delight kids of all ages. Fifth in the annual
Tales of the Chinese Zodiac series, The Year of
the Tiger shows all the charming characters of
the lunar calendar and the value of a youngster’s
amazing leap of faith.
Ch
in •
Ro
thThe
Yearof
theTiger
Tales from the Chinese Zodiac
Written by Oliver ChinIllustrated by Justin Roth
Year of the Tiger Dust Jacket Rnd 5 7/30/09
“I’m happy to see fresh illustrative style be mixed with an important,
timeless message. Immedium has, once again, put out a book that is both
great to look at and important to share."
- Tokyo Bunnie
“Author Oliver Chin’s latest Chinese Zodiac book for kids takes off...the
adorable tale of Olivia, a small calf with big pretensions, is being read in
classrooms, libraries and at Lunar New Year celebrations around the Bay."
- Contra Costa Times
“Olivia the Pig has got nothing on Olivia the Ox:
As you’re looking for an inexpensive one-size-fits-all
baby gift for all those friends of yours having kids
this year, consider The Year of the Ox…the fourth book
in the wonderful Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series."
- Cool Mom Picks
www.immedium.com
US $15.95
Oliver Chin has written the Tales from the Chinese
Zodiac series, Baltazar and the Flying Pirates, Welcome
to Monster Isle, Julie Black Belt, Timmy and Tammy’s
Train of Thought, and The Adventures of WonderBaby.
His family lives in San Francisco, California.
Justin Roth is a professional animator who illustrated
Baltazar and the Flying Pirates. He has animated TV
series for Nickelodeon, the Disney Channel, PBS, and
4Kids Entertainment. He lives in New York, New York.
“Here is a book that is geared
toward kids, but embraces
the adventurer in all of us...
Perfect bed time story
reading material.”
– Ain’t It Cool News
about favorite picture
books, it will be requested
so much even the kids
will have it memorized
almost word for word in no time.”
- Model Railroad News
“...the illustrations fit perfectly
with this story’s characters
and draw readers into this
amazingly animated world.”
- Shirley Ly,
Los Angeles Public Library
“...if I’ve learned anything
www.immedium.com
$15.95 USA
Printed in Singapore
“The Year of the Ox brings the richness of
Chinese heritage to children of all ages."- KTVU, Channel 2, San Francisco, CA
“I’m happy to see fresh illustrative style be mixed with an important,
timeless message. Immedium has, once again, put out a book that is both
great to look at and important to share."
- Tokyo Bunnie
“Author Oliver Chin’s latest Chinese Zodiac book for kids takes off...the
adorable tale of Olivia, a small calf with big pretensions, is being read in
classrooms, libraries and at Lunar New Year celebrations around the Bay."
- Contra Costa Times
“Olivia the Pig has got nothing on Olivia the Ox:
As you’re looking for an inexpensive one-size-fits-all
baby gift for all those friends of yours having kids
this year, consider The Year of the Ox…the fourth book
in the wonderful Tales from the Chinese Zodiac series."
- Cool Mom Picks
www.immedium.com
US $15.95
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