1.I would recommend this book to early to middle elementary school kids.
2.This book goes through a story of what it is like to be first generation asian American living in the united states. She tells of people saying she is different. This book also brings out a lot of culture and shows struggles that she has to deal with.
3.I would highly recommend this in a classroom to teach diversity and understanding another's perspective. ( )

One of the most impactful illustrations and text papers is where the parents acknowledge becoming immigrants for a better life for their child.....and how their child is their interpreter, their teacher and translator. Not many texts acknowledge this fact and to me, it is another window/mirror/door. Because it IS what happens for many with ESL homes. ( )

I like the sentiment behind the book, but I'm just not a fan of picture books that choose to offer vague, inspirational rah-rah over an actual story.

(Another project! I'm trying to read all the picture books and graphic novels on the kids section of NPR's Books We Love 2022.) ( )

AUDIOBOOK VERSION

This book is amazing, even though, for me, listening to an audiobook of a picture book is hard. Eva Chen, the author, narrates this fast read. While I miss the illustrations, she takes me on the journey with her.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for making this audiobook available for an honest review. ( )

Summary: The main character mei, represented the good blessings that her parents wanted her to have, beauty and seeing the beauty around her. The book is written as an encouragement for Chinese American children to embrace their culture and believe in and love themselves.