Hello: How N?a Created the World

The creation of humankind begins with Nuwa, a lonely young goddess, a handful of clay, and a single “hello” in this vibrant and touching tale inspired by Chinese mythology.

“Wang breathes new life into the story of the Chinese goddess of creation. . . . Eye-popping illustrations bring the charm in this novel folktale retelling.” Kirkus Reviews

Many years ago, when the world was still young, N?a was the only person on Earth. She loved to play with the fish and the birds, but she longed for someone to talk to. Then one day, N?a found a way to create a friend, and when this new little person said, “Hello,” something magical happened….

This beautiful story demonstrates the importance of language, community, and communication.

Author: Viola Wang
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Little Bee Books
Published: 02/13/2024
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.1lbs
Size: 11.60h x 9.80w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781499814927
Language: English