When a poor boy in China receives a magical paintbrush, everything he paints turns to life. But the wicked emperor wants to capture the boy when he hears the news. The story will excite readers as the ruler gets his just reward when the boy creates a masterpiece that spells his doom.

Beautiful illustrations, of course, because it's Demi. Good fable about the power of magic and the folly of greed
Ages 3-8
Source Pierce County Library ( )

Beautiful illustrations, of course, because it's Demi. Good fable about the power of magic and the folly of greed. ( )

This is about Liang a boy who wanted to draw. He gets his wish with a magic paintbrush that brings things to life. He does good things with his art until the emperor hears and tries to use the brush, but it won't work for him. Liang is able to solve his problem by giving the emperor what he wants. Good story. Pictures are better for older kids.

A cute folktale from China about a young boy who gets a magic paintbrush and uses it to paint things for those who have nothing. Then the greedy emperor steals the paintbrush and the brush doesn't work anymore. The young boy, Liang, then uses the paintbrush to paint away the greedy emperor.

A cute story about using your blessings to benefits others and not be greedy. ( )