The Secret of the Jade Bangle
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The Secret of the Jade Bangle
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The Secret of the Jade Bangle
"Engaging and empowering"-STARRED review, Nonstop Reader
A charming early chapter book series that explores Vietnamese culture and identity through the eyes of the Nguyen siblings, with elements of the supernatural, spirituality, and social justice woven in.
I, Anne Nguyen, believe in ghosts. Not the kind of ghosts that hide in dark corners and yell boo! Not scary ghosts, but family ghosts.
Organized and introspective nine-year-old Anne Nguyen misses her Grandma Ni, a lot. But even though Grandma Ni passed away, it doesn't mean she's disappeared. When Anne and her younger siblings Jacob and Liz are given gifts passed on to them by Grandma, Anne soon realizes that hers-a beautiful jade bangle-has a secret power. One that might just give her the strength to stand up to her ballet teacher, who treats her differently than her white classmates, and embrace her Vietnamese identity through cooking Grandma's recipes. No matter how difficult things get, Anne learns that the love of her ancestors is always with her.
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The Secret of the Jade Bangle by Linda Trinh is praised for its engaging exploration of family heritage and cultural identity. Readers find the characters relatable and the storyline both educational and entertaining. The book is celebrated for its ability to teach young readers about Vietnamese culture through an adventure that is heartwarming and enlightening.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781773217161
Publisher: Annick Press Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 December 2022
Country: Canada
Imprint: Annick Press Ltd
Illustration: Color, throughout
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Clayton Nguyen
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 139.0mm
Height: 184.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 128
About the Author
LINDA TRINH is a Vietnamese Canadian author who writes fiction and non-fiction for children and adults. She explores identity, cultural background, and spirituality. Her work has appeared in anthologies and literary magazines. She lives with her family in Winnipeg.
CLAYTON NGUYEN is an illustrator and animation student at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
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