Jasmine prefers to blend in with the background. She peeks while others play and hides behind her big glasses. But when her grandpa reads stories to her at night, she dreams of adventure, and a new character—Action Jasmine—comes alive in her art. Action Jasmine isn't scared, Action Jasmine is brave and saves the day. When her grandpa challenges her to join him on in adventure in the park, Jasmine is petrified (code for 'super scared') that is until she remembers they can go incognito (code for 'so sneaky, no one even knows who you are'). But when Jasmine spies a boy playing by himself, can she find the courage to break out of her shell, start some action, and make a new friend?
An inspiring picture book biography celebrating Michelle Yeoh—the world-renowned actress who broke barriers, became the first Asian woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress, and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.Michelle Yeoh never set out to become the reigning heroine of Hong Kong martial arts cinema, the first Asian woman to win Best Actress at the Oscars, or a recipient of the nation's highest civilian honor for breaking stereotypes and enriching American culture. But she did set out to do what was right for her—even if “what was right for Michelle” didn’t always look the way others expected it to.From ballet stages to martial arts to Hollywood history, Michelle has always followed her own path—even when it meant paving the way herself. This empowering true story about her boundless determination, grace, and creativity will speak to readers of all ages and backgrounds, demonstrating the essential truth that there are many ways to be a visionary, but all begin with believing in yourself and daring to pursue your dreams.
NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Selection 2024A Junior Library Guild Gold StandardOn April 24, 1975 the last flight out of Saigon, Vietnam carried over 400 people to the United States, six days before Saigon's surrender to the North Vietnamese Army.Kristen Giang was a little girl, on that flight with family, and here in this story she shares all the emotions of the decision to flee from the perspective of someone eight years old; Playing a game of space-explorers to protect herself and her sister's eyes from tear gas; sneaking a stuffed animal into the family's overstuffed suitcase for comfort.Dow Phumiruk's tender illustrations let anyone feel the excitement and the ultimate hopefulness of this amazing true story.P R A I S E"Deeply touching. . . A tender and powerful portrait of a harrowing, historic event."-BooklistMai Giang's sensory-filled prose gently and evocatively communicates a personal wartime story. Phumiruk's clean, soft illustrations, done in Photoshop and pencil, bring to life a gamut of emotions. . .A moving and illuminating story of family, war, courage, and newfound home."-Kirkus"Giang's affecting, powerful recounting of her family's escape from Saigon in 1975 renders a largely unexplored moment in history intimate and urgent."-BCCB