{"product_id":"liangliangs-world-of-jade-9781683727880","title":"LiangLiang's World of Jade","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Liangzhu Museum\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Dixie W Publishing Corporation\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Dixie W Publishing Corporation\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: History - Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the Secrets of Ancient Jade-Through the Eyes of a Child\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTravel back more than 5,000 years to the mysterious Liangzhu Kingdom in \u003cem\u003eLiangliang's World of Jade\u003c\/em\u003e, a richly illustrated children's nonfiction picture book inspired by real archaeological discoveries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuided by Liangliang, a curious young girl, readers journey into the heart of an ancient civilization where jade was more than a beautiful stone-it was sacred, powerful, and full of meaning. When a young prince is sent to learn the art of jade making, Liangliang and her friends follow him to the legendary jade workshops, uncovering how raw stone was transformed into ritual objects through cutting, drilling, grinding, and polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlending storytelling with historical accuracy, this book introduces children to key jade forms such as \u003cem\u003econg\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ebi\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eyue\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003ehuang\u003c\/em\u003e, explaining their roles in belief, social order, and leadership in the Liangzhu Culture. Vivid illustrations and accessible explanations bring ancient craftsmanship to life, while side sections reveal how modern archaeologists study jade using scientific and geological methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for young readers, families, classrooms, and museums, \u003cem\u003eLiangliang's World of Jade\u003c\/em\u003e encourages curiosity about history, respect for cultural heritage, and appreciation for human creativity across time. It is an ideal introduction to early Chinese civilization, archaeology, and traditional craftsmanship for readers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for ages 6-12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBased on real archaeological findings from the Liangzhu Culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines storytelling with educational nonfiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful full-color illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for history, culture, and STEM-related learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dixie W Publishing Corporation","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46860651331735,"sku":"9781683727880","price":1383.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781683727880.webp?v=1769957532","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/liangliangs-world-of-jade-9781683727880","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}