The Zodiac Collection
十二生肖系列
The Zodiac Collection
十二生肖系列
Let's talk EMOTIONS
學習情緒管理
從孩子的角度為出發點，啟發親子對話，為孩子打開情緒管理學習之門。
風趣惹笑的情節，牽着孩子進入創意幻彩的世界，讓閱讀成為滿足心靈的雞湯。
Taking a child’s point of view, this collection of story picture books helps parents to initiate discussions with children, focusing on their emotional development and management. The stories are packed with humour, wit and imagination, making reading a most enjoyable habit.
十二個角色，十二種不同的性情
十二個角色，
十二種不同的性情
繪本以幽默、風趣、溫情⋯ 領孩子進入享受閱讀的世界。
孩子的世界總是充滿著燦爛真情，而這套繪本的世界也就是這麼的繽紛動人。
在這裏，孩子會看到自己的影子：好勝、富有才智、慢條斯理、熱愛自然、充滿好奇又機靈、友誼第一、愛幻想…
在這裏，孩子更會感受到心底的共鳴：渴望早日成長獨當一面、熱愛工作、要貢獻、活潑好動、又有模仿好學精神… 當故事從孩子的視點出發，以孩子的思想為中心，自然就會讓孩子發出會心的微笑。閱讀，馬上就成為歡樂的泉源。
畫家們獨特的筆觸，讓十二個故事的主人翁個個活靈活現，帶給孩子純真樸實的感受。多位專業播音員合力，為孩子以真情演繹，娓娓道出一個個有趣的故事。
附加本大話十二生肖深入淺出為小朋友解說中國生肖的由來，帶領孩子進入非一般的繪本啟蒙閱讀，領略中華情懷。
十二個個案，專題探討孩子心智成長發展
十二個個案，專題探討孩子心智成長發展
孩子是怎樣長成為一個有自信、會關愛、能獨當一面的成人呢？
十二生肖系列故事探討十三個孩子成長發展的心理專題，為家長提供親子交流探討的指南：
- 1. 孩子總愛幫倒忙⋯
- 2. 內向的孩子怎樣交朋友？
- 3. 孩子也有急智
- 4. 玩瘋了⋯
- 5. 充滿好奇的童心
- 6. 慢吞吞⋯ 慢吞吞⋯
- 7. 懷抱大自然的天性
- 8. 疑夢疑真，搞不清虛擬和現實
- 9. 孩子追求的是過程，而不是單一的成果
- 10. 模仿中學習
- 11. 孩子的好勝心
- 12. 總想快快長大的童心
- 13. 用科學性理解傳統
十二生肖系列故事特色
- 共13冊手繪畫冊故事。
- 適合3-6歲的孩子與家長一起親子閱讀。
- 6-8歲孩子可以獨立閱讀，然後由家長引導親子交流。
- 以中國十二生肖的動物為主角，從孩子的角度出發，講述他們的故事。
- 每冊繪本附有家長專題討論，探討孩子成長的心理發展，為家長提供親子共讀時的討論話題及要點。
- 加大漢字。
- 漢語拼音
- 全文英語對照。
- 每冊繪本附有兩文三語伴讀CD：普通話、粵語及BBC英語。粵語版備有「閱讀版」及「口語講故事版」。
- 更多情商發展及情緒管理的網上資源配套，持續更新，為家長提供更多支援。
Twelve characters, twelve personalities
The picture books are packed with humour, passion and action. This makes reading a joyful experience for your child.
A child’s world is colourful and genuine. The stories transport the child to such a world of wonder.
It is here that children find themselves – witty, curious, friendly yet competitive, nature-loving and imaginative.
It is here that the characters can resonate with children. They can’t wait to grow up. They love to work and help. They imitate others instinctively. They want to become autonomous. When the stories put the child in the spotlight and adopt their points of view, children can empathise. They learn to laugh at themselves, and that things will turn out to be ok. This is also the power and joy of reading.
The stories are illustrated by artists, each in their unique style. The twelve characters come to life and become friends with your child, in a natural and simple way. Audio recordings by professional voice artists bring your child extra delight to read along.
The thirteenth book, the Making of the Chinese Zodiac, explains the origin of the zodiac system in a simple yet systematic way. It helps even a young child to appreciate traditional Chinese culture.
Twelve case studies, exploring a child’s emotional developments
Twelve case studies, exploring a child’s emotional developments
How does a child grow into an adult who is confident, compassionate and autonomous? The Zodiac Collection explores 13 topics on a child’s emotional developments. It provides guidelines for parents to start conversations with children on these topics.
- 1. I just wanted to help, but…
- 2. Making new friends… for an introverted child.
- 3. A child’s love for riddles.
- 4. Having too much fun.
- 5. A child’s curiosity.
- 6. Slowly, slowly…
- 7. Finding harmony in nature.
- 8. Dreams vs reality.
- 9. Process vs results.
- 10. Imitation + creativity, helps a child learn.
- 11. Children’s competitiveness.
- 12. I can’t wait to grow up!
- 13. A systematic look at tradition.
Main Features
- 13 hand painted picture books.
- 3-6 year olds can read with the help of parents.
- 6-8 year olds can read independently, followed by parent-led discussions.
- The protagonists are based on the 12 zodiac animals. The stories are told from a child’s point of view.
- Each story comes with a reference letter for parents, focusing on a discussion topic for children’s emotional development.
- Enlarged Chinese fonts for children.
- Putonghua pinyin included.
- English translation included.
- Read-along CD included in Putunghua, Cantonese and English. Cantonese read-along comes in two versions – a dramatic interpretation and a formal reading version.
- On-going publishing of related online resources on children’s emotional developments and management, on Sagebooks Hongkong’s website and blog, as support to parents.
英英學做飯
Ron Can Cook
英英看到大人在忙着秋收，心裏好想幫忙。這一天，他要為大家做飯。他穿上圍裙，拿起鏟子……大廚師上場，好菜出鍋咯！
It’s autumn harvest time! When Ron sees that all the grownups are busy working in the fields, he wants to help too. He puts on his apron and picks up the spatula. What a 5-star chef… It’s dinner time!
豆豆的新朋友
Carol's New Friend
豆豆每天都到山坡上去玩。有一天，她覺得好像有人在跟着她，還偷了她要送給媽媽的花！到底會是誰呢？
Carol goes to the hillside to play every day. One day, she finds someone following her, and they even stole her flowers! Who could that be?
斑斑找項鍊
Tiggy's Necklace
媽媽的項鍊丟了，斑斑要去找回來。斑斑請禿鷹叔叔幫忙，禿鷹叔叔出了三道謎題給斑斑。斑斑能不能解開謎底，成功找到項鍊呢?
Mother has lost her necklace. Tiggy decides to help her find it. He asks Mr. Vulture for help and Mr. Vulture gives him three riddles. Can Tiggy solve the riddles and find Mother’s necklace?
明明的雪帽
Brian's Bonnet
外面下了厚厚的白雪，明明戴上了新雪帽出去玩了。到了回家的時候，他要找回弄丟的雪帽。可是，怎麼帽子長了腳，會爬還會上樹呢？
The heavy snow finally stopped. Brian puts on his new bonnet and goes out to play. When it is time to go home, he looks for his bonnet. How has the bonnet grown feet and climbed up the tree?
龍公主找秘密
Daisy's Mystery
住在水晶宮的龍公主，每天過着快樂的日子。可是為甚麼有一間房間大家都不讓她進去呢?龍公主實在感到太好奇……
Princess Daisy lives happily in the Crystal Palace at the bottom of the sea. One day, she is forbidden to enter a mysterious room. Oh, now she has become very curious…
小青買東西
Sally Goes Shopping
做事慢吞吞的小青替媽媽買東西去了。她記牢了媽媽的話，看好了太陽的方向認路回家。可是，她走着走着，結果還是迷了路。
Sally does things very slowly. One day, she goes shopping for her mother. Her mother teaches her to follow the sun’s direction to find her way. But in the end, she still gets lost.
茉莉的下雨天
Penny's Rainy Day
在一個下雨天，小馬茉莉穿過竹林要到農莊去。一路上她看到了許多新朋友。忽然，小青蛙們在大喊救命……！
One rainy day, Penny the pony wants to go to the other side of the village. On the way, she meets many new friends. Suddenly, the frogs are crying for help!
奇奇看世界
Kiddy's Adventure
奇奇的房門外來了一個小丑，要帶奇奇去看世界。他們上天下地，看到了各種各樣華麗新奇的東西……
備有繁體版及簡體版。
There is a clown outside of Kiddy’s bedroom. He takes Kiddy for an adventure. Together, they fly far and away, and see all kinds of exciting things.
Available in both traditional Chinese and simplified Chinese versions.
樂樂的百日草
Matt's Zinnia
小猴樂樂學外婆一樣，不怕日曬雨淋，辛勤地種花，很快百日草開花了。面對鄰居小朋友艷羨的目光，樂樂會怎麼做呢？
備有繁體版及簡體版。
Matt learns to plant flowers from grandma. He works hard under the sun and rain. Soon, beautiful flowers have bloomed. What would Matt do when he notices the envious look on his neighbour’s face?
Available in both traditional Chinese and simplified Chinese versions.
丁丁捉迷藏 CHARLIE PLAYS HIDE-AND-SEEK
一個秋高氣爽的日子，丁丁和朋友們在田裏玩捉迷藏。朋友們一個個的被找到了。可是，丁丁躲到哪裏去了呢？
One fine autumn day, Charlie plays hide-and-seek with his friends in the fields. One by one, the friends are found. But where is Charlie?
寶貝比高下 POLLY & PAT
活潑可愛的寶寶和貝貝喜歡比高下。一天她們外出去玩，一個不小心寶寶出了意外……兩姐妹會怎樣解決困難呢?
備有繁體版及簡體版。
Polly and Pat are sisters. They always like to be better than the other. One day, they go out to play. But… oh no, Polly has an accident! How do the sisters solve the problem together?
Available in both traditional Chinese and simplified Chinese versions.
圓圓當褓姆 PEGGY BABY-SITS
急於成長的圓圓終於肩負第一次重任，做起兔寶寶的褓母來了。可是，當郵差叔叔走了以後，兔寶寶們不見了……！
備有繁體版及簡體版。
Peggy can’t wait to grow up! One day, she is asked to baby-sit the baby bunnies. But after the Postman comes, the bunnies are gone!
Available in both traditional Chinese and simplified Chinese versions.
大話十二生肖 THE MAKING OF THE CHINESE ZODIAC
十二生肖是怎樣起源的呢？他們到底是哪十二種動物呢？他們的排位次序又隱藏着甚麼秘密嗎?讓我們一起去追溯一下吧。
What is the origin of the Chinese zodiac? Which twelve animals are they? Are there any hidden secrets behind the order of the animals? Let us find out.