Mazu is the goddess of the sea. She protects those sailing on the water. This title explores the goddess’s backstory and how and why Chinese people worship her. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.