Title: Ting Ting, The Girl Who Saved China
Author: Ryan O’Connor
Publisher: XlibrisUS
ISBN: 978-1664153189
Pages: 48
Genre: Children’s Books
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Synopsis
Li Li Wang is enjoying Chinese New Year with her family when her grandparents ask her to sit with them. Before giving Li Li her holiday gift, they tell her the story of Ting Ting Wang, Li Li’s ancestor, and how she became a Chinese hero. Li Li carefully listens as her grandparents tell her about Ting Ting, the monster Nian, and the origin of the Chinese New Year celebration. Ting Ting, the Girl Who Saved China provides insight into China’s biggest holiday, gives a sense of its culture, and shows that girls are just as strong and brave as boys.
About the Author
Ryan O’Connor is a literature and writing teacher in Shanghai, China and the author of the children’s book series Bobby the Bear. With a background in sports journalism and education, Ryan has now turned his focus to writing children’s books. Through unique characters, Ryan provides children with moral and life lessons. Ryan has earned a Bachelor’s degree in journalism, where he would go on to win numerous awards for sports writing, and a Master’s in Education.