Linda Trinh
Author
Series
Nguyen kids volume 2
Publisher
Annick Press
Language
English
Description
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. Spontaneous and energetic Liz, the middle Nguyen sibling, grew up hearing stories from her Grandma Nội about the fantastically fierce Trung Sisters, freedom fighters in ancient Vietnam. And with a new school year about to start, Liz is determined...
Author
Series
Nguyen kids volume 1
Publisher
Annick Press
Language
English
Description
Organized and thoughtful Anne Nguyen misses her Grandma Nội. A lot. But even though Grandma Nội has passed away, it doesn't mean she's disappeared. When Anne and her younger siblings are given gifts passed on to them by Grandma, Anne soon realizes that hers--a jade bangle--has a secret power. And now it's up to Anne to figure out how to use it.
Author
Series
Nguyen kids volume 3
Language
English
Description
Thoughtful and creative, Jacob is tired of being the baby of the Nguyen family. He is ready to fully express himself in all of the ways that feel right to him, but not everyone seems as eager to accept change--even his own parents. He still loves hockey, yet he also wants to try something new, even if others may not understand. Confused and frustrated, Jacob turns to the beautiful fan his Grandma Nội gave him, which features all of the Vietnamese...
Author
Publisher
Annick Press
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Formats
Description
The Nguyen kids are going on vacation!
It's their first time in Vietnam and staying in Grandma Nội's childhood home, so they should be excited. As soon as they enter the house, though, something doesn't feel right. Why is the door to the ancestors' room always closed? And why can't they connect with Grandma Nội using their gifts, the way they can at home?
The Nguyen kids are back for the fourth book, this one told
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