A visual feast that introduces the sights of Beijing with a tender, thoughtful story in the background. The lines are gentle and brushlike while the fills have only the barest hint of texture for a flowing sense to the images. The details of the journey refer to the sounds, smells, and sights of the city, though the list of famous tourist spots (“I climb Jingshan,” “I ride along the west side of Beihai Park”) may make younger listeners wiggly as they wait to find out what’s happened to Kitty. With expressive ink lines and pleasing color combinations, Yang’s gouache paintings linger on the one-story buildings, tiled roofs, and intimate courtyards that characterize Beijing’s older neighborhoods. A young Chinese girl and her parents immigrate to the United States and try their best to assimilate into their San Francisco neighborhood. Find this book in a library near you, using. A sweet tale about friendship that gives a glimpse of life in another part of the world, this loving tribute to Beijing is a perfect read-aloud for young travelers. By Belle Yang Reading Level: Early Elementary School, Late Elementary School Genre: Non Fiction Publisher: Candlewick Press 2004. Whatever your genre of choice, we've got your new favorite on this list.Yang's simple sketches are painted over with bright, bold colors that are sure to keep young eyes exploring every scene, which bustle with cars, bicyclists, and other people enjoying activities both familiar and less typical for Western readers. Our favorite podcasts include comedy podcasts that might lead to a spit take, storytelling podcasts that provide an escape into a different world, true-crime podcasts that give listeners a chance to play Sherlock along with the hosts and advice podcasts that can help solve problems you didn't know you had. 'Based on her own immigration story, Yangs offering is a winner - a spot-on depiction of the. I thought, Hannah is my name too This is my very own copy of the book, complete with Belle Yang’s own note and drawing, especially for me This picture book was published in 2004 (my second grade year) and covers the experience of a young girl and her family as they leave their native Taiwan to come to the United States for the hope. Just like a great audiobook, beloved album or well-curated radio station, podcasts are a fantastic way to keep your mind occupied while commuting, exercising, doing chores or whenever your brain needs a distraction. Hannah Is My Name by Belle Yang and Belle Yang available in Trade Paperback on, also read synopsis and reviews. Some deliver bite-sized learning in just five or 10 minutes, while others last hours, perfect for those long road trips or marathon house cleaning.

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Hannah is My Name by Belle Yang