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Morning Sun in Wuhan
Ying Chang Compestine
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R201
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A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year * A NCSSÂ 2023
Notable Social Studies Trade Book What was the pandemic of the
century like at the start? This swift, gripping
novel captures not only the uncertainty and panic when COVID
first emerged in Wuhan, but also how a community banded together.
Weaving in the tastes and sounds of the historic
city, Wuhan’s comforting and distinctive cuisine comes to
life as the reader follows 13-year-old Mei who, through her
love for cooking, makes a difference in her
community. Written by an award-winning author originally from
Wuhan. Grieving the death of her mother and an outcast at
school, thirteen-year-old Mei finds solace in cooking and computer
games. When her friend’s grandmother falls ill, Mei seeks out her
father, a doctor, for help, and discovers the hospital is
overcrowded. As the virus spreads, Mei finds herself alone in a
locked-down city trying to find a way to help. Author Ying Chang
Compestine draws on her own experiences growing up in Wuhan to
illustrate that the darkest times can bring out the best in people,
friendship can give one courage in frightening times, and most
importantly, young people can make an impact on the
world. Readers can follow Mei’s tantalizing recipes and
cook them at home.Â
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Dragon Noodle Party (Hardcover)
Ying Chang Compestine; Illustrated by Paula Pang
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R480
R406
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Ra Pu Zel and the Stinky Tofu
Ying Chang Compestine; Illustrated by Crystal Kung
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"The summer of 1972, before I turned nine, danger began knocking on
doors all over China."
Nine-year-old Ling has a very happy life. Her parents are both
dedicated surgeons at the best hospital in Wuhan, and her father
teaches her English as they listen to Voice of America every
evening on the radio. But when one of Mao's political officers
moves into a room in their apartment, Ling begins to witness the
gradual disintegration of her world. In an atmosphere of increasing
mistrust and hatred, Ling fears for the safety of her neighbors,
and soon, for herself and her family. For the next four years, Ling
will suffer more horrors than many people face in a lifetime. Will
she be able to grow and blossom under the oppressive rule of
Chairman Mao? Or will fighting to survive destroy her spirit--and
end her life?
What was the pandemic of the century like at the start?
This swift, gripping novel captures not only the
uncertainty and panic when COVID first emerged in Wuhan, but also
how a community banded together. Weaving in the tastes and sounds
of the historic city, Wuhan’s comforting and distinctive
cuisine comes to life as the reader follows 13-year-old Mei
who, through her love for cooking, makes a difference in her
community. Written by an award-winning author originally from
Wuhan. Grieving the death of her mother and an outcast at
school, thirteen-year-old Mei finds solace in cooking and computer
games. When her friend’s grandmother falls ill, Mei seeks out her
father, a doctor, for help, and discovers the hospital is
overcrowded. As the virus spreads, Mei finds herself alone in a
locked-down city trying to find a way to help. Author Ying Chang
Compestine draws on her own experiences growing up in Wuhan to
illustrate that the darkest times can bring out the best in people,
friendship can give one courage in frightening times, and most
importantly, young people can make an impact on the
world. Readers can follow Mei’s tantalizing recipes and
cook them at home.Â
When a boy goes to the market to buy food and comes home with an
old wok instead, his parents wonder what they'll eat for dinner.
But then the wok rolls out of the poor family's house with a
"skippity-hoppity-ho " and returns from the rich man's home with a
feast in tow
With spirited text and lively illustrations, this story reminds
readers about the importance of generosity.
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Crouching Tiger (Paperback)
Ying Chang Compestine; Illustrated by Yan Nascimbene
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R231
R196
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A Chinese-American boy gains a new understanding of his Chinese grandfather in this celebratory story of family, martial arts, and the Chinese New Year.
Vinson is very excited when his grandfather comes from China for a visit. When Grandpa practices tai chi in the garden, Vinson asks to learn, hoping it will be like kung fu, full of kicks and punches. But tai chi's meditative postures are slow and still, and Vinson quickly gets bored. He can't understand why Grandpa insists on calling him by his Chinese name, Ming Da, or why he has to wear a traditional Chinese jacket to the Chinese New Year parade. As the parade assembles, however, he notices the great respect given to his grandfather and the lion dancers under his training. And when Vinson is offered a role in the parade, he realizes that being part Chinese can be pretty cool--and is ready to start learning from his grandpa's martial-arts mastery in earnest.
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