Good Luck, Ivy
Good Luck, Ivy by Lisa Yee is a 2007 publication from American Girl Pub, featuring 85 pages in English. This story follows Ivy Ling, a young girl who feels unlucky as she navigates the challenges of friendship, family obligations, and her passion for gymnastics. With her best friend Julie having moved away and her mother occupied with law school, Ivy faces a difficult choice when the annual Ling family reunion coincides with the All-City gymnastics tournament she has been training for.
In this narrative, readers will explore Ivy’s journey as she grapples with the pressures of pleasing her family while pursuing her own interests. The book delves into themes of family dynamics and personal growth, set against the backdrop of Ivy’s experiences as an Asian American girl in the 20th century. As Ivy learns to make her own luck and decisions, the story provides insight into the balance between cultural expectations and individual aspirations.
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Ivy Ling feels unlucky. Her best friend, Julie Albright, has moved away, her mom is super busy with law school, and Ivy has to go to Chinese school every Saturday. Worst of all, Ivy learns that the annual Ling family reunion is scheduled for the same day as the All-City gymnastics tournament, for which Ivy has been practicing for months. When Ivy’s parents tell her she has to decide which event to attend, she despairs–how can she please both her gymnastics coach and her family? Gradually Ivy realizes that she can make her own luck–and make a decision that’s right for her.
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