You Can Write Chinese facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Kurt Wiese |
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| Publisher | Viking Press |
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Publication date
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1945 |
| Pages | unpaged |
| Awards | Caldecott Honor |
You Can Write Chinese is a special picture book from 1945. It was written and illustrated by Kurt Wiese. The book helps young readers learn how to write some basic Chinese characters. It was recognized with a Caldecott Honor in 1946 for its wonderful pictures.
Contents
About You Can Write Chinese
This book teaches children about the basics of writing Chinese. It shows how simple pictures can turn into complex characters. The story follows a young boy who learns to write these characters.
The book explains how Chinese characters are made from different strokes. It makes learning fun and easy to understand. Readers can see how each character tells a small story or represents an idea.
Learning Chinese Characters
The book focuses on a few key characters. It starts with simple ones like "mountain" or "tree." Then it shows how these can combine to make new words. For example, two "tree" characters together can mean "forest."
Kurt Wiese's drawings help explain the meaning of each character. The pictures are clear and engaging for young learners. This makes the process of learning a new language exciting.
The Caldecott Honor
The Caldecott Medal is a very important award for children's books. It is given to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. You Can Write Chinese received a Caldecott Honor in 1946.
This honor means the book's illustrations were considered outstanding. The pictures helped make the story and the learning experience special. It shows how much people appreciated Kurt Wiese's artwork.
About the Author and Illustrator
Kurt Wiese (1887–1974) was a German-American artist. He was famous for illustrating many children's books. He also wrote some of his own books, like You Can Write Chinese.
Wiese traveled a lot, especially in China and Brazil. His experiences in these places often inspired his artwork. He was known for his detailed and lively drawings of animals and people.
Wiese's Other Works
Kurt Wiese illustrated over 300 books during his career. Some of his most famous works include The Story of Ferdinand. He also illustrated Bambi and Young Fu of the Upper Yangtze.
His illustrations brought many stories to life for children around the world. He had a unique style that made his books memorable. His work continues to be enjoyed by new generations of readers.
