Books like Mooncakes by Loretta Seto
During the Chinese Mid‑Autumn Festival, a little girl sits with her parents at the family table, savoring mooncakes and tea. As the evening unfolds, they tell her three ancient moon legends—Chang‑E the moon‑dwelling woman, Wu‑Gang the lonely woodcutter, and the Jade Rabbit—bringing together family, folklore, and celebration.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Loretta Seto
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