SuitabookDifference and self-acceptance
A young Asian girl notices that her eyes differ from those of her peers before recognising them as part of her family resemblance.
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Joanna Ho - Author
Dung Ho - Author
This is a family-centred picture book about noticing difference and finding belonging through resemblance, memory and love. Its emotional movement is towards valuing the girl’s appearance and identity rather than measuring them against her peers.
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.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceThis is a family-centred picture book about noticing difference and finding belonging through resemblance, memory and love. Its emotional movement is towards valuing the girl’s appearance and identity rather than measuring them against her peers.
A young Asian girl notices that her eyes differ from those of her peers before recognising them as part of her family resemblance.
The girl connects her eyes with those of her mother, grandmother and little sister, whose eyes are associated with stories of the past and hope for the future.
Notice whether the book’s affirming family perspective feels personal, cultural or both. Ask what makes a feature seem different, and how the girl’s understanding changes without treating her peers’ appearance as a problem.
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