Both stories were named Caldecott Honor Books, and reflect his experiences as a traveler in China where he lived for six years. Books he both wrote and illustrated include You Can Write Chinese and Fish in the Air. Kurt Wiese illustrated almost three hundred books for children. She went on to write and illustrate many more childrens stories, including Boats on the River, illustrated by Jay Hyde Barnum, which was named a Caldecott Honor Book. The Peking ducks in Angus and the Ducks so intrigued her that she began researching them. Since 1933, The Story About Ping has captivated generations of readers, but never before has it been. About the Author Marjorie Flack first got the idea for her classic story from her first book, written by her friend Helen Lomen. Legal stuff:We am not the author, illustrator or publisher of any of these books.If you are the owner of these books and for whatever reason you do not wish. by Marjorie Flack, Illustrated by Kurt Wiese. Pings misadventures one night while exploring the world around his home form the basis of this timeless classic, which is brought to life by Kurt Wieses warm and poignant illustrations. No one can deny the appeal of the books hero, Ping, the spirited little duck who lives on a boat on the Yangtze River. Book Synopsis Since 1933, The Story About Ping has captivated generations of readers, but never before has it been available in a mass-market paperback format. Kurt Wiese and Marjorie Flack have created in Ping a duckling of great individuality against a background (the Yangtze River) that has both accuracy and charm.-The New York Times.

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