| Julie Black Belt: The Kung Fu Chronicles Contributor(s): Chin, Oliver (Author), Chua, Charlene (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1597020095 ISBN-13: 9781597020091 Publisher: Immedium OUR PRICE: $14.36 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2008 Annotation: "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. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation - Martial Arts - Juvenile Fiction | People & Places - United States - Asian American - Juvenile Fiction | Girls & Women |
| Dewey: E |
| LCCN: 2006101625 |
| Lexile Measure: 810 |
| Physical Information: 0.35" H x 8.9" W x 10.76" (0.87 lbs) 36 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Can Julie learn kung fu and get her black belt? Real kid power is more inspirational than Kung Fu Panda or The Karate Kid When Julie takes a kung fu class, she thinks getting a black belt will be easy. But her bold teacher says guess again Since practice takes patience, Julie wonders, what would her movie idol Brandy Wu do? Can Julie take her lessons to heart, and exercise both her mind and body? Then will she develop the self-confidence and discipline necessary to take the Yellow belt test and show her brother, parents, and heroine the true spirit" of this sport?Children and parents identify with Julie's attitude and journey. She is a modern, refreshing character who leads a diverse class and displays authentic girl power. This is an engaging introduction of martial arts to young children who enroll in after school programs. Inspired by a real girl in a taekwondo class, this story's lessons are applicable to any martial art, such as karate, ju-jitsu, aikido, judo, and wrestling. Like real youngsters, Julie learns by doing. Teachers appreciate how the story promotes respect, conflict resolution, and self-defense, which in turn improves focus and concentration. Training builds confidence and social skills and improves physical fitness (coordination, balance, posture). Artist Charlene Chua's vibrant illustrations capture Julie's high-flying action and her evolving commitment with dynamic energy. The adventures continue in Julie Black Belt: The Belt of Fire "Practice makes perfect. That's what Julie learns in her beginning kung fu class along with lessons about dedication and determination. (She thinks getting a black belt will be a snap.)...a high-action story that encourages deep reflection despite the action movie look."- San Francisco Chronicle |