The Kite Rider by Ian Mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035 A padlet for out of this world writing (hopefully). Also, the background is the new cover. en-us 2017-02-28 14:42:08 UTC 2025-10-22 19:59:06 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Planets.png Rice ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156908551 Rice was very easy to grow and very common in China which made it really important. Rice has been important for a long time too, it's been around since 2,500 B.C.E. Even though rice has been around a long time, it's still commonly eaten in China today, usually steamed. You can see how to cook rice in the video below!       

Sources: Rice History, Rice Recipe (click to get to website)

]]> 2017-03-01 01:48:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156908551 Culture: Chinese Junk Ship ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156915190 A classic Chinese vessel.]]> 2017-03-01 02:56:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156915190 Souvenir: Patch The Coat-Dog ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156918154 Patch the coat-dog was the patch on Haoyou's coat. Haoyou treasured Patch, he even sewed him on his new silk tunic. Haoyou also believed Patch brought good luck. Patch was a faithful inanimate companion to Haoyou throughout his journey.]]> 2017-03-01 03:25:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156918154 Souvenir: Tiger Dream catcher ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156918665 The tiger dream catcher was a dream catcher that Haoyou got from his mother. The dream catcher's importance increased because of it being a gift from Haoyou's mother. The dream catcher was also useful, as it stopped Haoyou's nightmares. The dream catcher even had a cool design!]]> 2017-03-01 03:29:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156918665 Souvenir: Dragon Kite ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156918914 The dragon kite was the first kite of Haoyou's creation that he flew when he went on a kite-making spree. Without the kite, Haoyou wouldn't know that his kites would actually work. The Dragon kite was also one of Haoyou's most culturally-appropriate kites because dragons are very important in Chinese culture. The kite was also the first kite that Haoyou's potential buyers had seen.]]> 2017-03-01 03:32:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156918914 Souvenir: Flying Kite ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156919276 The flying kite was very important to Haoyou. The flying kite allowed Haoyou to fly for the first time. The kite is also is what got Haoyou into the circus and away from his family, which he didn't want to be around at the moment. The kite even allowed Haoyou to make money, because Haoyou was paid by the circus to fly the kite for people's entertainment. ]]> 2017-03-01 03:36:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156919276 Souvenir: Silk Tunic ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156919480 The silk tunic was a gift Haoyou received from the Great Miao. This just adds to the silk tunic's importance, because Haoyou has respect for the  Great Miao. The silk tunic was also one of the most valuable and nicest pieces of clothing Haoyou owned. Most of all the silk tunic is what allowed Haoyou to have such a presence in the sky, and get names like Qigi.]]> 2017-03-01 03:39:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156919480 Culture: Chinese Curved Sword ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156920337 A Curved Sword used for fighting in wars in China.]]> 2017-03-01 03:51:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/156920337 Diary Entry ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/157215854 When my dad was setting sail, his first mate, Di Chou, killed him in cold-blood. I’m just really shocked about the whole thing, I can’t believe that my dad is dead. Honestly, I only wish he died peacefully, in his sleep, rather than in a fight. My dad’s spirit told me that I should make kites, and follow my passion, to support my family in this time of crisis. Though I’m sad that my dad died, and I have to support my family now, at least I get to do something I love. I flew my first kite, after hours upon hours of work on all my kites, and the kite flew magnificently, just like a dragon, the shape that it’s in. I’m so relieved that I get to sell my kites, my family is nearly broke, and it’s killing me! I’m glad I get to do what I love.


]]> 2017-03-02 02:02:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/157215854 Diary Entry ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/157217014 Di Chou started a fire at my house that ruined the house and the kites I made to sell. This is awful! Di Chou is ruining my life again! I hope my family will be able to make money without my mother having to marry the evil Di Chou. To get rid of Di Chou I got a ship to sail away by helping them out by flying above the ship in a kite to test the wind. I’m so glad I was able to get rid of Di Chou, now my mother won’t have to marry him. I also got to fly! Flying was the craziest and most fun thing I’ve ever done! A strange man came and offered me a free apprenticeship in the circus because I flew in a kite. I’m nervous about joining the circus, I won’t be able to see my family nearly as much, maybe even not at all! At least I won’t be a burden for my family because I’ll be able to make my own money.


]]> 2017-03-02 02:16:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/157217014 Diary Entry ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/157521097 I had to leave Dagu, my hometown, for the circus. I’ll really miss my home, I’ve spent my whole life there. I hope I won’t get too homesick. I won’t have to worry about seeing Uncle Bo again, but I won’t be able to see my mother and sister. I saved Khutulun, the bird catcher's daughter, by flying up in a kite and looking for her. I feel happy for reuniting Khutulun with her family. Maybe they aren’t barbarians after all! I feel bad for thinking they were uncivilized and dumb. I flew in a kite for Kublai Khan's enjoyment. I can’t believe it! I didn’t think I’d ever perform in front of somebody of this importance! I’ve really come a long way since I first joined the circus.

]]> 2017-03-03 02:11:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/157521097 Letter ian_mihm https://padlet.com/ian_mihm/710001035/wish/157524326 Dear Haoyou,

                It’s been awhile since I’ve seen you, and I have to say I miss you. I’ve been having a great time traveling across the world without having to worry about the circus. I’ve been new places, met new people, and seen new things. Enough about me, are you still making those kites of yours? I hope so, your kites were the best I’ve seen in quite awhile
                 Me and Mipeng have had a great time together. We make a great couple. Have been with anybody recently? If you have I’d love to hear about it. I hope you’re married with kids. I also hope that you’re mother and sister were able to attend the wedding. I would’ve if I wasn’t traveling the world.
                What happened to that man you mentioned, Di Chou? I hope he suffered for his crimes against your family. I’m really sorry for the loss of your father, though if he could see you now he’d probably think his death was for the best. Your one of the best people I know. I miss you a lot, and so does Mipeng.
                                                             Sincerely, The Great Miao.
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