I've resolved to reading a book a week. Sounds easy, but as a new-ish dad that teaches and trains for marathons it is a real chore. In fact, I'm not sure when I last finished a book.
Book 1 of 2013 was In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson. It is the story of an immigrant trying to survive while not losing her family's culture and heritage. Little Shirley Temple Wong is an enjoyable character to follow. Her struggle as a newcomer is an engaging read. The mesh with popular culture- America in the 40s- is a bonus.
I'm using it as a book club book this round. I'm excited about having kids explore perspective, and the treatment of those who are different from the norm.
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