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Binding: HardcoverEAN: 9781597020091 ISBN: 1597020095 Label: Immedium Manufacturer: Immedium Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 36 Publication Date: September 01, 2008 Publisher: Immedium Reading Level: Ages 4-8 Studio: Immedium Editorial Review: Product Description: "Martial arts are booming because they offer something for all ages."-Prevention "[Martial arts] demonstrates the value of hard work, practice and consistent dedication."-The Washington Post "When a child learns about his body and also learns discipline, it can't help but benefit all of his everyday habits"-Los Angeles Times "It's a kick! Kids look to martial arts for skills and attitudes missing from team sports."-The Christian Science Monitor When Julie takes a kung fu class, she thinks getting a black belt will be easy. But her bold teacher says guess again! As reality doesn't match her expectations, Julie wonders, what would her matinee idol Brandy Wu do? Can Julie take her lessons to heart? Only then can this "white belt" pass her next test to show her brother, parents, and heroine this sport's true spirit. Colorful and energetic illustrations capture both high-flying action and purposeful reflection. Julie is a refreshing female character whom children everywhere can identify with. This engaging introduction to the world of martial arts displays what real kid power is! Oliver Chin has written Timmy and Tammy's Train of Thought, the acclaimed Tales of the Chinese Zodiac series, The Adventures of WonderBaby, and other books. Residing in San Francisco, California, he is married with two sons. Charlene Chua is an award-winning illustrator who has designed advertising for Dentsu and Saatchi & Saatchi, and editorial pieces for FHM, Maxim, and IGN.com. She resides in Toronto with her husband. Average Rating:
 Rating: - Wonderful picturebook ideal for helping get young girls excited about the prospect of learning self-defense.Julie Black Belt: The Kung Fu Chronicles is a picturebook about a young girl who learns how to study martial arts. She dreams that learning kung fu will make her more like a movie star, but is surprised to find out how much hard work is involved! But her teacher encourages her; "A black belt is just a white belt that doesn't quit." Julie learns how to incorporate her martial arts practice into her daily life; when the day of her gold belt test comes, she's nervous but passes with flying colors, earning ... Read More Rating: - Awesome!Julie Black Belt is a delightful story which teaches children perserverance. Through the character, Julie, children find out that there are no short cuts to success. She has to work hard to earn each belt as she progesses through the various levels of Kung Fu. The captivating illustrations are a visual treat. They are bold and contemporary and aptly complement the story. |
