About This Book
Shen of the Sea is a delightful collection of sixteen humorous Chinese folk tales, a Newbery Medal winner from 1926. These stories, presented in the style of traditional fables, offer engaging explanations for the origins of various items, from chopsticks and gunpowder to the printing press and fine china. Children aged 8-12 will enjoy the clever protagonists who outsmart kings and demons, navigate tricky situations, and often learn valuable moral lessons along the way. The book is rich with cultural flavor and gentle humor, making it an excellent choice for both entertainment and sparking conversations about history, ingenuity, and character.
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Discussion Prompts
1
Which story was your favorite and why?
2
Many stories in this book explain how things were invented. What's something you use every day that you wonder how it was invented?
3
The characters in these stories often use cleverness to solve problems. Can you think of a time you used your wits to figure something out?
4
What moral lessons did you learn from stories like 'Buy a Father' or 'How Wise Were the Old Men'?
5
How do these stories give you a glimpse into ancient Chinese culture?
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