{"product_id":"julie-black-belt-the-belt-of-fire-hardcover","title":"Julie Black Belt: The Belt of Fire - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eOliver Chin\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eCharlene Chua\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e Our energetic heroine Julie aims for her next martial arts rank - The Belt of Fire  But will a new student get in her way? \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This long-awaited sequel to \u003ci\u003eJulie Black Belt: The Kung Fu Chronicles\u003c\/i\u003e picks up as Julie proudly wears her yellow belt and is eager to attain her next rank: orange  Still inspired by Brandy Wu, an action movie star, Julie now meets a new student in her class...but is he better than her? Can Julie learn to improve her abilities while becoming a gracious partner, and ultimately earning her own \u003ci\u003eBelt of Fire\u003c\/i\u003e? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e It's like when her heroine Brandy Wu in a movie seeks a treasure but must combat a mysterious opponent  Another experienced teacher gives Julie valuable advice, but is Julie brave enough to make this wisdom her own? Artist Charlene Chua's colorful, action-packed illustrations make Julie's quest one that any aspiring martial arts practitioner, as well as their parents and instructors, will enjoy.  \u003cp\u003e Children and parents identify with this spunky female star who is willing to give all she's got. Julie is a fan favorite and young readers make her vivid story their own. Again this is an engaging introduction of martial arts to young children who enroll in after school programs. Inspired by a real girl in a taekwondo class, this story's lessons are applicable to any martial art, such as karate, ju-jitsu, aikido, judo, and wrestling. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Kung fu means a skill achieved through consistent dedication. But Julie discovers that knowing the correct moves isn't the most important thing. Teachers appreciate how the story promotes respect, conflict resolution, and self-defense, which in turn improves focus and concentration. Training builds confidence and social skills and improves physical fitness (coordination, balance, posture). Artist Charlene Chua's vibrant drawings capture Julie's high-flying action with dynamism and verve. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With its bright, action-packed cover in super hero style, this book will draw young readers in, especially those interested in martial arts... Girls, especially, may welcome a female protagonist in a kung fu book, but primary boys will most likely enjoy this story as well. \u003cbr\u003e - Puget Sound Council for Reviewing Children's Literature\/Media \u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOliver Chin has written \u003ci\u003eThe Tales from the Chinese Zodiac\u003c\/i\u003e series, \u003ci\u003eBaltazar and the Flying Pirates\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWelcome to Monster Isle\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTimmy and Tammy's Train of Thought\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Adventures of WonderBaby\u003c\/i\u003e. He is writing \u003ci\u003eJulie Black Belt's\u003c\/i\u003e sequel and lives in San Francisco, California. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCharlene Chua was born in Singapore and raised on a diet of American cartoons and music in the midst of a booming Asian city. She now is an award-winning illustrator living with her husband and cats in Toronto, Canada, and illustrating \u003ci\u003eJulie Black Belt's\u003c\/i\u003e sequel.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 10.6 x 8.8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 08, 2013\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47399084327090,"sku":"9781597020794","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/0f3df53cd86337ba5590de95b2112147.webp?v=1778063872","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/julie-black-belt-the-belt-of-fire-hardcover","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}