Book
The mystery of the painted fan / written by Linda Trinh ; illustrated by Clayton Nguyen.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781773217727 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: 109 pages: : illustrations ; 19 cm.
- Publisher: Toronto : Annick Press, 2023.
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| Subject: | Vietnamese Canadians > Juvenile fiction. Families > Juvenile fiction. Grandparent and child > Juvenile fiction. Vietnamese > Juvenile fiction. |
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | J FIC Trinh | 31681030033674 | JFIC | Available | - |
- Perseus Publishing
The third book in the early chapter book series The Nguyen Kids features the youngest sibling, Jacob, and continues the seriesâ exploration of social justice themes, specifically gender expression and identity, with a supernatural twist.
BOOK 3: THE MYSTERY OF THE PAINTED FANÂ
Excerpt:
When I shut the door, I hold my painted fan. I breathe in and out. I wonder . . . will Grandma N?i help me?
Thoughtful and creative, Jacob is tired of being the baby of the family. He is ready to fully express himself in all of the ways that feel right to him, but not everyone seems as eager to accept changeâeven his own parents. He still loves hockey, yet he also wants to try something new, even if others may not understand. Confused and frustrated, Jacob turns to the beautiful fan his Grandma N?i gave him, which features all of the Vietnamese zodiac animals. With the mysterious fan and memories of Grandma guiding him, Jacob finds the power to remain true to himself, and show his family who he could be.
