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Eyes that kiss in the corners / by Joanna Ho ; illustrated by Dung Ho.
Record details
- ISBN: 0062915622
- ISBN: 9780062915627
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York, NY : Harper, [2021]
- Copyright: ©2021
Content descriptions
| Target Audience Note: | Ages 4-8. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 21.99 |
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Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | STO JP Ho | 31681020150330 | PICTURE | Available | - |
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A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers but by drawing from the strength of the powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment. - HARPERCOLL
A New York Times Bestseller and #1 Indie Bestseller
This lyrical, stunning picture book tells a story about learning to love and celebrate your Asian-shaped eyes, in the spirit of Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry, and is a celebration of diversity.
A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother's, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future.
Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment. This powerful, poetic picture book will resonate with readers of all ages.
"This tale of self-acceptance and respect for one's roots is breathtaking.' 'Kirkus (starred review)
'A young girl finds beauty in her uniqueness.' 'School Library Journal (starred review)
'A lyrical celebration of her eyes, their shape, spirit, and legacy.'Â Â 'Booklist (starred review)
'A poignant testament to familial love and legacy.' 'Publishers Weekly
- HARPERCOLL
A New York Times Bestseller and #1 Indie Bestseller · A Bank Street Best Childrenâs Book of the Year · A School Library Journal Best Book of 2021 · Included in NPRâs 2021 Books We Love List · Featured in Forbes, Oprah Daily, The Cut, and Book Riot · Golden Poppy Book Award Winner · Featured in Chicago Public Libraryâs Best Books of 2021 · 2021 Nerdy Award Winner · A Kirkus Children's Best Book of 2021
This lyrical, stunning picture book tells a story about learning to love and celebrate your Asian-shaped eyes, in the spirit of Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry, and is a celebration of diversity.
A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her motherâs, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future.
Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment. This powerful, poetic picture book will resonate with readers of all ages.
"This tale of self-acceptance and respect for oneâs roots is breathtaking.â âKirkus (starred review)
âA young girl finds beauty in her uniqueness.â âSchool Library Journal (starred review)
âA lyrical celebration of her eyes, their shape, spirit, and legacy.â  âBooklist (starred review)
âA poignant testament to familial love and legacy.â âPublishers Weekly
Plus don't miss the beautiful companion book from the same team: Eyes That Speak to the Stars.
