Tye May and the Magic Brush

This story, adapted from the Chinese by Molly Bang, tells of a poor, young orphan girl who wakes up one morning with a magic brush that can make whatever she paints real. She uses her new power to help the poor people of the village, which enrages the greedy emperor. He attempts to take the brush and imprison her, but his plan backfires. Eventually harmony is restored to the country side. Throughout, Tye May shows courage, kindness and wisdom.