Room to Dream
Room to Dream by Kelly Yang, published by Scholastic Press in 2021, is a captivating story that follows Mia Tang as she embarks on a long-awaited vacation to China with her family. This edition, available in English and spanning 305 pages, explores Mia’s experiences as she reconnects with her relatives and navigates the changes in both her life and the world around her. The narrative delves into themes of family, friendship, and the challenges of self-discovery, all set against the backdrop of Mia’s aspirations and the evolving landscape of her hometown.
Readers will find Mia grappling with her dreams and the realities of growing up, including her friend Lupe’s new high school journey and her own stalled writing ambitions. As Mia witnesses the rapid transformation of Beijing and the impact on her community, she confronts personal dilemmas, including her relationship with Jason. The story highlights social themes relevant to Asian American and Pacific Islander experiences, as well as issues of emigration and immigration, making it a thoughtful exploration of identity and resilience.
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New York Times bestselling author Kelly Yang is back with another heartwarming and inspiring story of Mia and friends!
Mia Tang is going for her dreams!
After years of hard work, Mia Tang finally gets to go on vacation with her family — to China! A total dream come true! Mia can’t wait to see all her cousins and grandparents again, especially her cousin Shen. As she roams around Beijing, witnessing some of the big changes China’s going through, Mia thinks about the changes in her own life, like . . .
1. Lupe’s taking classes at the high school! And Mia’s own plans to be a big writer are . . . stuck.
2. Something happened with Jason and Mia has no idea what to do about it.
3. New buildings are popping up all around the motel, and small businesses are disappearing.
Can the Calivista survive? Buckle up! Mia is more determined than ever to get through the turbulence, now that she finally has . . . room to dream!
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