Dung Ho
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"A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother's, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future. Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her...
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Mindy Kim volume 2
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English
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Mindy is excited to celebrate the Lunar New Year! Even though it’s the first one without her mom, Mindy is determined to enjoy the day. She decides to make traditional Korean New Year food, a rice cake soup that’s her favorite. But things aren’t going quite to plan, and the celebration doesn’t feel the same as it did before.
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English
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DEN - Kids + Teens: Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month
JEF - Father's Day
MLA - Main's Best Books of 2022
JEF - Father's Day
MLA - Main's Best Books of 2022
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A young Asian boy notices that his eyes look different from his peers' after seeing his friend's drawing of them. After talking to his father, the boy realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before--in fact, his eyes are like his father's, his agong's, and his little brother's, and they are visionary. Inspired by the men in his family, he recognizes his...
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Mindy Kim volume 1
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English
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"When another student tries to sabotage Mindy and Sally's Yummy Seaweed Business, Mindy loses more than she bargained for and wonders if she'll ever fit in at her new school"--
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Mindy Kim volume 6
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English
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"Mindy Kim loves food . . . When a local pizza place advertises a trivia competition, Mindy can't believe that the big prize is unlimited pizza for a whole year! Mindy is confident she and her dad can take the top spot. But Dad is worried he might not understand all the cultural references. And he wants Mindy to know that the most important thing is to always try your best, even if you don't win"--Provided by publisher.
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Mindy Kim volume 3
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English
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"All Mindy Kim has ever wanted is a puppy of her very own. After all, having all the toy dog plushies in the world isn't quite the same thing as a real one! She wants a dog to take on walks, teach tricks, and cuddle with. She knows she has what it takes to be the perfect pet owner, and she thinks a dog would be a perfect gift for her upcoming birthday. But her dad isn't so sure she's ready for the big responsibility. Can Mindy prove to her dad that...
7) Just Harriet
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English
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Harriet Wermer is unhappy about having to spend her summer with her grandmother on Marble island until she discovers a mystery involving her Dad from when he was a boy living on the island.
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Mindy Kim volume 5
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English
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"Mindy is super excited to visit her grandparents in South Korea, but when the traditional meal she makes with her dad's new girlfriend has a few mishaps, she fears they are cooking up a big disaster"--
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Mindy Kim volume 4
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English
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"It's time to pick a class president, and Mindy really wants to win--and she's basing her entire campaign on snacks and being kind, so how could she NOT be chosen? But there is one big thing that Mindy is not sure she can do--make a speech to her class about why she would be the best pick for president. Can Mindy face her fears and show the class--and herself--that she can be the best class president ever?"--Amazon.com.
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Series
Mindy Kim volume 9
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Mindy tries to step into the spotlight in her community theater production.
11) Harriet spies
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English
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"Harriet Wermer investigates more mysteries during her stay on Marble Island"--
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English
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"This picture book compiles biographies of 11 different princesses, highlighting who they truly are: diplomats, engineers, activists, athletes, and so much more. It focuses on their achievements and contributions, situating them as active members in the global and local community. From Nigeria to Japan, Saudi Arabia to Sweden, and Thailand to Tonga. This picture book takes readers on a trip that spans the whole world"--
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[2024]
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English
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In this heartfelt companion to Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, a young trans-racial adoptee learns to appreciate both her birth culture and her adopted family's culture, discovering these differences are part of her and what makes her beautiful.
14) Class president
Author
Series
Mindy Kim volume 4
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First Aladdin hardback edition.
Language
English
Description
"It's time to pick a class president, and Mindy really wants to win--and she's basing her entire campaign on snacks and being kind, so how could she NOT be chosen? But there is one big thing that Mindy is not sure she can do--make a speech to her class about why she would be the best pick for president. Can Mindy face her fears and show the class--and herself--that she can be the best class president ever?"--Amazon.
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Series
Mindy Kim volume 8
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First Aladdin hardcover edition, First Aladdin paperback edition.
Language
English
Description
"Mindy Kim can't wait to learn how to swim with her best friend, Sally! But during her first swim lesson, Mindy isn't so sure she can keep up. With a little help from Sally and Theodore the Mutt, can Mindy learn how to make a splash?"--
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Pub. Date
[2024]
Edition
First edition.
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English
Description
"There are some things you should know about Harriet Wermer. She used to lie a lot, but not anymore. Seriously, she only tells the truth now. Even though she hadn't wanted to come to Marble Island in the first place, now she doesn't want to leave. It's the truth. With her mom and new baby brother home from the hospital, it's almost time for Harriet to pack up and head home from Marble Island and all the friends she's made. But Harriet doesn't have...
18) Me and Ms. Too
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Pub. Date
[2022]
Edition
First edition.
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English
Description
For as long as Molly can remember, it's always just been her and Dad. Dad, who likes to splash in the pool, who likes to spin at the park, who bakes the best cookies around. But that was before Dad married Ms. Too. Ms. Too doesn't like to splash. She doesn't like to spin. And she can't bake anything. "But Molly, you used to love Ms. Too." That was before, when she was Molly's favorite librarian. Now everything has changed. But as Molly and Ms. Too...
19) Words between us
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Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Here is a poignant picture book that tenderly portrays the intergenerational bond between a boy named Felix and his grandma that's cemented over food - and flash cards - when Grandma comes to live with Felix's family from Vietnam. This tender and heartwarming story from Angela Pham Krans and Dung Ho shows how love transcends language and how food and flashcards can bring family together.
Author
Series
Mindy Kim volume 7
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First Aladdin paperback edition.
Language
English
Description
"It's time for a big celebration in Mindy Kim's family: Dad and Julie are getting married! Mindy can't wait to be the flower girl, wear her new hanbok, and officially welcome Julie into the family"--Provided by publisher.
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