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Tonight, I will be reading a Chinese tale called The Magic Brocade from the picture book

A Tale of China.

This is a retelling by Aaron Shepard.

In order to save his mother's life, a young man named Chen must reclaim her exquisite

brocade from the fairies of Sun Palace.

Chen goes on a challenging journey over a fiery mountain in the ICC, but even if he succeeds

in finding his way to Sun Palace, will the fairies give back the magic brocade?

Well, let's find out together.

And so, as always, my friend, settle in comfortably under the covers.

Take a full comfortable breath and as you exhale, relax and let go.

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