Lao Lao of Dragon Mountain Author:Margaret Bateson-Hill, Manyee Wan, Sha-Liu Qu Lao Lao is known all over Dragon Mountain for her simple, yet beautiful paper cuts. But when the powerful emperor hears of her skill, he has her locked away in a tower, forgetting about the dragon who lives nearby. This beautifully written story of a simple peasant woman weaves together many themes from traditional Chinese folktales. Full color.
A greedy emperor demands an impossible task from Lao Lao, a peasant woman who makes beautiful shapes from paper. Includes Chinese text and directions for making traditional Chinese paper cuts.