Wishes

3.80 ( 35 Ratings by Goodreads)
Wishes

Wishes

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3.80 (35 Ratings by Goodreads)
hardback
Published: 1 July, 2021
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  A lyrical picture book and a moving reflection on immigration, family and home. Wishes tells the powerful, honest story about one Vietnamese family's search for a new home on the other side of the world, and the long-lasting and powerful impact that makes on the littlest member of the family. Inspired by actual events in the author's life, this is a narrative that is both timely and timeless. Told through the eyes of a young girl, the story chronicles a family's difficult and powerful journey to pack up what they can carry and to leave their world behind, traveling to a new and unknown place in a crowded boat. Wishes tells a powerful and timely story in a gentle and approachable way for young children and their families. With themes of kindness, bravery, hope, and love running throughout, Wishes is a must-have book for every child's bookshelf. With poetic and lyrical text from acclaimed author Muon Thi Van Contains thoughtful back matter about the author's connection to the story Stunning illustrations from Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree Victo Ngai        
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Type Book
ISBN13 9781338305890
ISBN10 1338305891
Number Of Pages 40
Item Weight 460 g
Product Dimensions 289 x 219 x 12 mm
Publisher / Reseller Scholastic US
Format hardback
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