Novels in verse have become even more popular for middle grade readers recently, for good reasons, one being the format’s unique ability to approach heavy, complicated themes in accessible yet evocative language. A Year Without Home by V.T. Bidania is a great example of this, and one that fans of the format should not miss. … Continue reading A YEAR WITHOUT HOME (V.T. Bidania)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Ramen for Everyone, written by Patricia Tanumihardja and illustrated by Shiho Pate, a charming tale of culinary tradition and creativity. Hiro’s dad makes ramen for dinner every Sunday, and Hiro always watches closely and takes notes. His dad’s cooking and their family’s recipe - which has been passed down … Continue reading Ramen for Everyone (Patricia Tanumihardja)
Hello friends, and Happy Year of the Rabbit! To celebrate, we have a special weekend review for you: A Sweet New Year for Ren, written by Michelle Sterling and illustrated by Dung Ho, a wonderful tale of family, tradition, and growing up. Young Ren wakes with a heart full of excitement - Lunar New Year … Continue reading A Sweet New Year for Ren (Michelle Sterling)
Hello, friends! For our last review of AAPI Heritage Month, we’re reviewing My Dadima Wears a Sari, written by Kashmira Sheth and illustrated by Yoshiko Jaeggi, a lovely tale of tradition and cultural dress celebrating its 15th anniversary of publication. Rupa’s dadima (Hindi for “grandmother”) wears a sari every single day, morning and night, at … Continue reading My Dadima Wears a Sari (Kashmira Sheth)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Chinese Kite Festival (中国风筝节) by Rich Lo, a lovely bilingual dance through the sky with some unique kite creatures. Join a menagerie of high-flying animals in a simple title that combines animal names with their symbolic meanings in Chinese culture and the Simplified Chinese written language. Readers can spy … Continue reading Chinese Kite Festival (中国风筝节) (Rich Lo)
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