Tiger's New Shoes
This is a New Year story about transitioning from 2021 into 2022. In the lunar calendar, 2022 is the Year of the Tiger. When Ann encounters a Tiger who has lost his shoes, what kind of magical story will it bring?
The New Year is approaching, and Ann's mum promised that Ann could choose a New Year's gift. During this season, people are accustomed to getting new clothes and buying some new things to usher in a fresh start for the new year. Just as Ann was pondering her options, she encounters a Tiger desperately searching for his shoes. What will Ann do? Will the Tiger be able to make it to the celebration?
Author / Illustrator: Shin-Dii
"Mummy said, 'For the New Year, she'll buy me a new pair of shoes. I've been looking forward to it for a whole month! What style of shoes should we get?'"
"The neighbour's child, Abao, has a pair of sneakers with cartoon patterns; they look really cool! But I already have two pairs of sneakers in my shoe cabinet."
"Or should I get sandals? White sandals make me feel so grown-up and mature! But I can only wear sandals in the spring..."
"I'm a little envious of Ping Ping's new rain boots with cute flower patterns. But I don't want Ping Ping to think I'm copying her."
Tiger said, "Oh, sorry to startle you. I won't harm you; I'm just looking for something." Ann puzzled asked, "What are you doing?"
"I'm looking for my shoes," Tiger replied anxiously, searching as he spoke.
"I've already spent all my money, and I need to wear them early tomorrow. I think I'll have to borrow from the other participants," Tiger said helplessly.
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Tiger said, "Are you serious? But that's your New Year's gift, and it's very important to you."
Ann said, "But I get them every year; you only get them every twelve years!"
So, Ann persuaded her mum to take Tiger to buy a magnificent and dazzling new pair of shoes.
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