Arlene Mosel

When the eldest son fell in the well and most of the time getting help was spent pronouncing the name of the one in trouble, the Chinese, according to legend, decided to give all their children short names.

When the eldest son falls into the well, too much time is spent pronouncing his name. The Chinese, according to legend, vowed to give all their children short names from that time on.

Features six wonderful read-along children's stories that celebrate Asian heritage.