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A haunting Chinese rendition of the classic tale of "Little Red Riding Hood" follows the adventures of young Shang, Tao, and Paotze, who encounter a terrifying wolf. Caldecott Medal. Boston Globe-Horn Book Award. AB. SLJ. H.

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  • Shang: One of three sisters.
  • Tao: One of three sisters.
  • Paotze: One of three sisters.
  • Po Po: The three sisters' Granny.
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  • “To all the wolves of the world for lending their good name as a tangible symbol for our darkness.”
    Ed Young

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Once, long ago, there was a woman who lived alone in the country with her three children, Shang, Tao, and Paotze.

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This is book 331 of 986 in 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up. (authoritative list)

Preceded by Joyful Noise, and followed by The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs.

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  1. Ed Young (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Philomel Books
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1989
ISBN: 0399216197
Page Count: 32

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