Big Bird In China

Have you seen Big Bird in China?

This DVD features the story of Big Bird and Barkley the Dog going on a journey to China to find the Phoenix bird.  Big Bird wants to meet her to learn all about China.  He is given a scroll with 4 sites in China to find to help him search for the Phoenix. 

Along the way, Big Bird learns so much about Chinese culture.  He sees Chinese people bicycling, boating, performing Tai Chi, and shopping at the market.  He sees the Forbidden City, Mao's Tomb, and the Great Wall.  He sees children dancing, singing, playing Chinese jumprope, and sitting in a classroom.  He evens learns how to write Da (Big) in Chinese calligraphy with a Chinese brush. 

Big Bird makes friends with a little Chinese school girl who serves as a guide.  She teaches him Chinese in a song, which includes Ni Hao (Hello), Zai Jian (Goodbye), and Wo Ai Ni (I love you).  They also meet the Monkey King, who gives them clues to finding the Phoenix.  The story is cute and allows the viewer an introduction to China by showing the local people and famous sights.

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