Nuwa Mending The Sky (Chinese Folktales Picture Book Series)

This series acts as an assiduous explorer, unearthing colossal cultural treasures. The ten typical Chinese folktales selected vividly present classic and ancient Chinese culture. The series is a must-read for all children.
The unique Chinese-style illustrations will engage children and the stories will instill wise oriental philosophies of life such as diligence, courage and kindness.
The books were written and illustrated by award-winning authors and artists. The team has won awards such as Feng Zikai Chinese Childen’s Picture Book Award, Hsin Yi Picture Book Award, Bingxin Children’s Literature Award and Hong Kong Youth Literary Awards. The series was reviewed by consultant Dr Wang Jing, a professor of children’s literature at Shanghai Normal University and a student of Mei Zihan, a renowned author of Chinese children’s literature.

After a flood that destroyed and killed all people except Nuwa, she took it upon herself to mend a hole in the sky and save the earth. Since then, in Chinese Mythology, she is considered a goddess and the creator of mankind.