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The mystery of the painted fan / written by Linda Trinh ; illustrated by Clayton Nguyen.

By: Contributor(s): Series: Nguyen kids ; 3.Publication details: Toronto : Annick Press, 2023.Description: 109 p. : ill. ; 19 cmISBN:
  • 9781773217727 (pbk.)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • [Fic] 23
Summary: "The third book in the early chapter book series. The Nguyen Kids features the youngest sibling, Jacob, and continues the series' exploration of social justice themes, specifically gender expression and identity, with a supernatural twist. Thoughtful and creative, Jacob is tired of being the baby of the family. He is ready to fully express himself in all of the ways that feel right to him, but not everyone seems as eager to accept change--even his own parents. He still loves hockey, yet he also wants to try something new, even if others may not understand. Confused and frustrated, Jacob turns to the beautiful fan his Grandma Nội gave him, which features all of the Vietnamese zodiac animals. With the mysterious fan and memories of Grandma guiding him, Jacob finds the power to remain true to himself, and show his family who he could be"-- Provided by publisher.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Status Date due Barcode
J Fiction Hanover Public Library Shelves JFIC TRIN (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Checked out 10/01/2024 31906001285536

"The third book in the early chapter book series. The Nguyen Kids features the youngest sibling, Jacob, and continues the series' exploration of social justice themes, specifically gender expression and identity, with a supernatural twist. Thoughtful and creative, Jacob is tired of being the baby of the family. He is ready to fully express himself in all of the ways that feel right to him, but not everyone seems as eager to accept change--even his own parents. He still loves hockey, yet he also wants to try something new, even if others may not understand. Confused and frustrated, Jacob turns to the beautiful fan his Grandma Nội gave him, which features all of the Vietnamese zodiac animals. With the mysterious fan and memories of Grandma guiding him, Jacob finds the power to remain true to himself, and show his family who he could be"-- Provided by publisher.

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