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Finding Papa

By Angela Pham Krans
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Finding Papa by Angela Pham Krans is a heartfelt children's story about a young girl named Mai who embarks on a journey with her mother to reunite with her father. Set in a time of great change, Mai's courage and resilience shine as they navigate their way through challenges, highlighting themes of hope, family, and the strength found in love.
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You might enjoy this heartfelt story if you're interested in tales of family bonds, bravery, and the immigrant experience. It beautifully captures the journey of a young girl and her mother as they embark on an adventure to reunite their family, offering both suspense and inspiration for young readers.

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Finding Papa

This poignant and lyrical debut picture book based on the author’s own experience and illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Thi Bui follows young Mai and her mother’s perilous journey from Vietnam to America to find Papa—who left ahead of them to start a better life for their family.

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Finding Papa has been named the 2024 Asian/Pacific American Award Picture Honor Book by the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association!

This poignant and lyrical debut picture book, based on the author’s own experience and illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Thi Bui, follows young Mai and her mother’s perilous journey from Vietnam to America to find Papa—who left ahead of them to start a better life for their family.

No one can make Mai laugh like her Papa! She loves playing their favourite game—the crocodile chomp chomp! But then Papa leaves Vietnam in search of a new home for their family in America and Mai misses him very much.

Until one day, Mama and Mai pack a small bag and say goodbye to the only home Mai has ever known. And so begins Mai and Mama’s long, perilous journey by foot and by boat, through dangers and darkness, to find Papa.

Finding Papa reminds us that love and courage can stretch an ocean and that nothing can keep us apart from those we care about.

A JUNIOR LIBRARY GUILD GOLD STANDARD SELECTION!

A CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY'S BEST OF THE BEST LIST 2023 FOR KIDS!

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Finding Papa by Angela Pham Krans offers a touching portrayal of a family's journey from Vietnam to the U.S., blending themes of courage, hope, and family bonds. The prose is described as gentle, helping children grasp complex themes like separation and displacement, while the illustrations bring emotional depth and intimacy to the narrative. The book is praised for its lyrical storytelling and visual beauty, making it an essential addition to discussions on immigration and refugee experiences.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063060968

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 30 March 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Thi Bui

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 279.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 435g

Pages: 40

Collections

Angela Pham Krans Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Angela Pham Krans is a children's book author who enjoys writing anywhere with access to Cuban coffee or chocolate croissants. When Angela was finally reunited with her Papa, she did not recognize him with his bushy mustache. But Papa won her over with plenty of toys and treats! Angela lives in Atlanta with her husband and two rambunctious dogs. You can connect with her at https://www.angelakrans.com/ Thi Bui is a cartoonist, an educator, a mom, and a restless explorer. Best known for her bestselling graphic memoir, The Best We Could Do, she has also illustrated the children's books Chicken of the Sea and A Different Pond, for which she won a Caldecott Honor. You can find her work and interviews at www.thibui.com.

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