Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
4.4
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
1526
Points per Word
0.000328
Description
Every Chinese New Year's Eve, the Nian monster came out of the ocean to destroy houses, crops and food. Find out if the villagers ever find a way to stop it.
Quick Summary
This ancient Chinese folk tale reveals the thrilling origin behind Chinese New Year traditions, featuring a terrifying monster that rises from the ocean each year to devour villages. Kids will root for the clever villagers who discover the monster's surprising weakness and turn fear into a celebration still practiced today. If your child loves action-packed multicultural stories like The Last Gold, they'll devour this tale of bravery and tradition. Perfect for ages 5-8 or grades K-3, especially during Chinese New Year or any time.