
Published by Union Square Kids, New York
WINNER: Forest of Reading
Silver Birch Express Award 2025
Nominated for the Maryland Association of School Librarians (MASL)'s Black-Eyed Susan Book Awards
Nominated for the American Library Association (ALA)'s 2024 Best Graphic Novels for Children Reading List
Selected as one of
Chicago Public Library's
Best of the Best Books 2024!
Selected as one of the 2025 finalists for the
BC and Yukon Book Prizes -
Christie Harris Illustrated Children's Literature Prize!
Book Industry Reviews
★ "Yu’s fictionalized biographical immigration story highlights perseverance and
creative problem solving. The ‘Note to Readers,’ author’s note, and bonus story are fantastic additions...
Highly recommended."
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School Library Journal STARRED Review
"This bright and bubbly early reader graphic novel, based on debut
creator Yu’s own immigration story, validates the sometimes overwhelming nature of
learning an unfamiliar language as a child in a new country."
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Publishers Weekly
"Charming, funny, and full of heart."
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Kirkus Reviews
Mei Yu in the Media