Last Month’s Top Instagram Posts
The summer always flies by so fast and just when it feels like we're getting into our summer groove, people start talking about back to school season! In August, I posted nine book reviews while vacationing at my parents' home and enjoying lots of quality family time. Here are some highlights in case you missed them!
Scroll
By Hui Li (Christy Ottaviano Books)
"Scroll" is an enchanting children's book that blends adventure with Chinese calligraphy. Lulu's practice characters come to life, leading her and her dog Dumpling on a magical journey. The story combines creativity with educational elements, making it an engaging exploration of Chinese characters for young readers. Read more on Instagram.
It's Bedtime, Little Moon
By April Wu, illustrated by Maru Salem-Vargas (Seedlingo)
“It’s Bedtime, Little Moon” is a bilingual lift-a-flap book featuring Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Pinyin, and English. The story follows Little Moon's bedtime antics, with interactive flaps and detailed illustrations. The book is a great resource for building vocabulary, especially for families wanting to introduce both Chinese character forms. Read more on Instagram.
Available from Seedlingo.
This Month’s Spotlight Interview: The Mindful Peach
Each month, I interview an author or illustrator for a spotlight feature on my website. If you'd like to be featured, please submit your information through this contact form.
In September's Spotlight, Dr. Anna Huang, co-founder of The Mindful Peach Co., discusses her debut bilingual children's book, "I Want a Popsicle!", and her mission to help Asian American families navigate emotions. Drawing from her experience as a clinical psychologist and mother, she emphasizes the importance of emotional education and Asian representation in children's literature.
This Month’s Curated Book Lists
Here are a couple curated booklists from my Amazon Storefront that might interest you! Please note that the books shown in the graphic may not constitute the entire list as I update them on an ongoing basis.
If you're looking for some new books to freshen up your shelves or to gift to the little readers in your life, you might find your next favorite on my list of 2024 New Releases. This list contains already released books as well as titles available for pre-order. Explore the list.
Mid-Autumn Festival falls on September 17 this year, so it's the perfect time to introduce little readers to the legends and traditions surrounding this holiday. This list features books that beautifully capture the magic and cultural significance of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Explore the list.
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