“ Just as there is no loss of basic energy in the universe, so no thought or action is without its effects, present or ultimate, seen or unseen, felt or unfelt. ” ― Norman Cousins
Alvin Ho has come face to face with many scary things in the past:-School-Camping-Birthday parties-Even dead bodiesBut this time he only has one issue, and it's da bomb: his mom is having a baby!
Here’s the sixth book in the beloved and hilarious Alvin Ho chapter book series, which has been compared to Diary of a Wimpy Kid and is perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers. Alvin, an Asian American second grader who’s afraid of everything
Alvin Ho does not think the great outdoors is great. It is super-duper scary. Here are a few reasons why:1. Flash floods2. Meteorites3. Lots of creepy trees4. Pit toilets!Luckily, when his dad suggests--gulp!--a camping trip, Alvin is prepared. He has:1.
What's so scary about a birthday party? Alvin Ho can tell you, if he's not too frightened to speak. 1. You might be dressed for bowling...but everyone else is dressed for swimming. 2. You could get mistaken for the piñata...or worse, the donkey, and get
Alvin Ho is an Asian American second grader who is afraid of everything—elevators, tunnels, girls, and, most of all, school. He’s so afraid of school that, while he’s there, he never, ever, says a word. But at home he’s a very loud superhero named
When Ruby's cousin Flying Duck emigrates from China to live with her, Ruby decides the best thing about Flying Duck is that she is a great new friend. BUT the worst thing about Flying Duck is that now, no one speaks English at home. Plus, there's strange
Most days the best thing about being Ruby is everything. Like when she's the star of her own backyard magic show. Or when she gives a talk at the school safety assembly on the benefits of reflective tape. Or when she rides the No. 3 bus all the way to Chi
Jenny's favorite uncle, Peter, is getting married, and everyone is happy happy -- everyone, that is, except Jenny. While her family runs about getting ready for the traditional Chinese wedding -- preparing for the tea ceremony, exchanging good-luck money
This gorgeous picture book biography, according to Kirkus Reviews in a starred review, is "a cheerful introduction not only to Wu Daozi, but to the power of inspiration." Who wants to learn calligraphy when your brush is meant for so much more? Wu Daozi (
