• Never Too Late to Mend the Sheepfold (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
  • Never Too Late to Mend the Sheepfold (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
  • Never Too Late to Mend the Sheepfold (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
  • Never Too Late to Mend the Sheepfold (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
  • Never Too Late to Mend the Sheepfold (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book
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Never Too Late to Mend the Sheepfold (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book

Never Too Late to Mend the Sheepfold (Chinese-English Edition): A Classic Chinese Idiom Picture Book

Illustrated Classic Chinese Tales: Idioms Stories — A Shepherd Ignores a Hole in His Pen, Loses More Sheep, Then Finally Mends the Fence — Bilingual, Pinyin, Full-Colour Illustrations
One night a wolf gnaws a hole in a sheepherder’s pen and steals a lamb. The sheepherder thinks, “Only one is gone—the rest are safe,” and ignores his wife and neighbour when they tell him to fix the fence. But the wolf comes back, again and again, and more sheep disappear. Only then does the sheepherder finally mend the pen—and from that night on, no more sheep are lost. This classic Chinese idiom story from the Stratagems of the Warring States introduces young readers to the idea that it is never too late to fix a problem, but waiting only makes the loss bigger. This bilingual picture book features full-colour original illustrations, English text translated by Liu Jun and Bruce Humes, 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 with a clear lesson.
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Discover the Wisdom of an Ancient Chinese Proverb

This captivating bilingual picture book retells the classic idiom story Never Too Late to Mend the Sheepfold (亡羊补牢), a fable originating from the Stratagems of the Warring States (《战国策》). It is part of the beloved "Illustrated Classic Chinese Tales: Idiom Stories" series. 

The Story

A farmer loses a sheep to a wolf that entered his sheepfold through a broken hole. Ignoring the advice of his wife and neighbors, he refuses to make the repair, believing the damage is already done. When more sheep are taken the following nights, he finally realizes his mistake and takes swift action to fix the fence. Through his journey, young readers learn the valuable lesson that it is never too late to correct an error and prevent further loss. 

Why You Will Love This Book

  • Chinese-English Bilingual Format: Perfect for language learners and families who want to enjoy stories in both Chinese and English. 

  • Includes Pinyin: The Chinese text is accompanied by pinyin, making it easy for early readers and Mandarin learners to practice pronunciation. 

  • Beautiful Illustrations: Vivid artwork brings the ancient tale to life, capturing the emotions and lessons of the story for young readers.

  • Cultural Enrichment: An excellent introduction to traditional Chinese idioms and classic literature, offering a window into Chinese culture and history.

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