Wishes
Wishes by Muon Van, published by Scholastic Incorporated in 2021, is an illustrated book that presents a poignant narrative about immigration, family, and the concept of home. This 34-page work offers a reflective journey through the eyes of a young girl from a Vietnamese family as they embark on a challenging quest to find a new home across the world. The story is inspired by actual events in the author’s life, capturing the emotional weight of leaving behind familiar surroundings for the unknown.
Readers will find a blend of lyrical text and stunning illustrations that enhance the storytelling experience. The narrative explores themes of emigration and the impact of prejudice and racism, making it relevant for discussions about social topics. With thoughtful back matter that connects the author’s personal experiences to the story, Wishes serves as an engaging resource for young children and their families, inviting them to reflect on the complexities of family and belonging.
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An arresting, poetic journey and a moving reflection on immigration, family, and home, from an acclaimed creative team.
Wishes tells the powerful, honest story about one Vietnamese family’s search for a new home on the other side of the world, and the long-lasting and powerful impact that makes on one of the youngest members of the family. Inspired by actual events in the author’s life, this is a narrative that is both timely and timeless. Told through the eyes of a young girl, the story chronicles a family’s difficult and powerful journey to pack up what they can carry and to leave their world behind, traveling to a new and unknown place in a crowded boat. With sparse, poetic, and lyrical text from acclaimed author Mượn Thị Văn, thoughtful back matter about the author’s connection to the story, and luminous, stunning illustrations from Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree Victo Ngai, Wishes tells a powerful and timely story in a gentle and approachable way for young children and their families.
Wishes is a must-have book for every child’s bookshelf.
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