Meng Jiangnu Weeps

 


A traditional love story from China, set at the time of the building of the Great Wall of China. You can read it online using the "flipbook", or print out a version to read later. We also have two colouring pages and story paper which can be used by children to retell the story in their own words.

Meng Jiangnu Weeps - Colouring Page 1

Meng Jiangnu Weeps - Colouring Page 1

In this colouring page based on the story "Meng Jiangnu Weeps", the heartbroken Meng Jiangnu sets off on a long journey to look for her husband, carrying his new set of warm clothes.

Meng Jiangnu Weeps - Colouring Page 2

Meng Jiangnu Weeps - Colouring Page 2

The people of China were so impressed by the love Meng Jiangnu had for her husband, they build a temple near to the Great Wall of China in her memory. Here is a colouring page based on our version of this traditional Chinese story, Meng Jiangnu Weeps.

Meng Jiangnu Weeps - Printable Story

Meng Jiangnu Weeps - Printable Story

Here is a printable version of the traditional love story from China, Meng Jiangnu Weeps. Print it out (5 pages) to read with the children. You will get the best results if you use your printer's borderless settings.

Meng Jiangnu Weeps - Story Paper

Meng Jiangnu Weeps - Story Paper

This story paper printable is designed to accompany our version of the traditional Chinese love story, Meng Jiangnu weeps. Children can use it to rewrite the story in their own words, after listening to you read it or reading it online or in printable form themselves.

Meng Jiangnu Weeps Flipbook

Meng Jiangnu Weeps Flipbook

Flip through the pages and read this traditional Chinese love story below. There's a button at the top of the flipbook which allows you to expand to full screen, or share with your friends.

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