• Grinding a Needle from a Pestle (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
  • Grinding a Needle from a Pestle (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
  • Grinding a Needle from a Pestle (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
  • Grinding a Needle from a Pestle (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
  • Grinding a Needle from a Pestle (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
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Grinding a Needle from a Pestle (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book

Grinding a Needle from a Pestle (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book

Illustrated Classic Chinese Tales: Idioms Stories — Young Li Bai Skips School and Meets an Old Woman Grinding an Iron Pestle into a Needle — Bilingual, Pinyin, Full-Colour Illustrations
The Tang Dynasty poet Li Bai was not a studious child. One day, instead of studying, he wandered out and came upon an old woman grinding a thick iron pestle against a rock. When he asked what she was doing, she told him she was making an embroidery needle. “How can such a thick rod become a needle?” Li Bai asked. The old woman replied that with enough time and effort, nothing is impossible. That encounter changed Li Bai—he returned to his books, studied diligently, and grew up to become one of China’s greatest poets. This bilingual picture book features full-colour original illustrations, English text translated by Liu Jun, and Chinese text with pinyin at the back. It is designed for parents reading with children, and for young learners of either language who want a simple, memorable story about persistence and the power of steady effort.

中文对照：
唐代诗人李白小时候并不用功。一天，他没有读书，而是跑出去玩，遇到一位老婆婆正拿着一根粗铁杵在石头上磨。他问老婆婆在做什么，老婆婆说她在磨一根绣花针。“这么粗的铁棒怎么可能磨成针？”李白问。老婆婆回答说，只要肯下功夫，没有什么是不可能的。那次相遇改变了李白——他回到书桌前，发奋苦读，后来成为中国最伟大的诗人之一。这本双语绘本配有全彩原创插图，英文由刘浚翻译，书后中文附拼音。它写给亲子共读的家长，也写给正在学习中文或英文、想要一个简单好记、关于坚持与积累的小读者。

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文案里的信息 书中对应
Grinding a Needle from a Pestle 实际英文书名
Illustrated Classic Chinese Tales: Idioms Stories 所属系列：成语故事篇
Young Li Bai not studious / wanders out / old woman grinding iron pestle / embroidery needle / inspired / studies hard / great poet 出版社英文简介与百度百科内容简介原文
From 《方舆胜览·眉州·磨针溪》 故事出处
Persistence / steady effort makes anything possible 寓意：只要功夫深，铁杵磨成针
Bilingual / Chinese-English 汉英对照
Pinyin at the back 书后中文附拼音
Full-colour original illustrations 全彩原创手绘
English translated by Liu Jun 译者信息
16 pages / paperback / 12开 载体形态（部分来源标24页，以馆藏16页为准）
Ages 7–12 / parent-child reading 定位为7–12岁亲子阅读与双语启蒙
一个边界提醒
这本书不是“成语词典”或“励志教材”，它是一本16页的薄绘本，核心是一则成语故事 + 拼音 + 插图。标题和副标题里用 “Picture Book” 和 “Idioms Stories” 把预期钉在“绘本、故事、启蒙”上，没有写“深度解析”“成长型思维训练”这类超出绘本体量的说法。家长买回去，拿到手的就是一本可以和孩子一起读、一起看图的薄册子，和描述是匹配的。
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Product Description: Illustrated Classic Chinese Tales: Idiom Stories – Grinding a Needle from a Pestle

This book is a part of the Illustrated Classic Chinese Tales: Idiom Stories series, a collection of beloved stories from Chinese history that are both educational and entertaining. This volume presents the famous story of "Grinding a Needle from a Pestle," which has inspired generations with its powerful message about diligence and willpower. 

The Story

The story is set during the Tang Dynasty and follows a young Li Bai, who would later become one of China's most famous poets. In his youth, Li Bai was not a dedicated student. One day, he chanced upon an elderly woman tirelessly grinding a thick iron pestle against a large stone. When he asked what she was doing, she explained that she was making a sewing needle. Amazed by her determination, Li Bai questioned how such a feat could be possible. The old woman replied that with consistent effort, even a pestle could be ground down to a needle. Inspired by her unwavering spirit, Li Bai returned to his studies with renewed focus and eventually became the literary giant known throughout history. 

Why You'll Love This Book:

  • Bilingual Text (Chinese-English): Presented in both simplified Chinese with Pinyin and English, it is the perfect tool for children to develop language skills in both languages. 

  • Vibrant Illustrations: Filled with full-color, hand-drawn artwork that brings the ancient story to life and captures the imagination of young readers. 

  • Educational & Inspiring: Teaches an essential Chinese idiom (chéngyǔ) and the core values of perseverance, hard work, and the importance of education. 

  • Perfect for Various Ages: Ideal for children aged 7 to 12, this book is excellent for independent reading, classroom learning, or parent-child bonding time. 

  • Cultural Enrichment: A wonderful way to introduce children to the richness of Chinese culture and classic literature through a compelling narrative.

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