A test to grow a plant is given by the Chinese Emperor to determine whom he will choose as the heir to the throne, but Ping, unable to make his seed grow, submits an empty pot to the Chinese Emperor and gets surprisingly happy results. Reprint. SLJ. PW. K. "A beautifully crafted book that will be enjoyed as much for the richness of its illustrations as the simplicity of its story." School Library Journal. This is one of ChinaSprout's editor's most favorite children's books, because of the superb illustrations as well as the wonderful story that teaches a lesson about honesty. Ages 4 - 8.
By Demi, Paperback, 32 Pages, 10'' x 10''
