Synopses & Reviews
Here is the fifth book in the beloved and hilarious Alvin Ho chapter book series, which has been compared to Diary of a Wimpy Kid and is perfect for beginning and reluctant readers.
Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, has started to notice his mother getting bigger . . . and bigger. Alvin's sure it's all the mochi cakes she's been eating, but it turns out she's pregnant! There are lots of scary things about babies, as everybody knows. There's learning CPR for the newborn and changing diapers (no way). But the scariest thing of all is the fact that the baby could be a GIRL. As a result of the stress, Alvin puts on a few pounds and—in one hilarious misunderstanding—worries that he might actually be pregnant, too!
From Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling illustrator LeUyen Pham comes a drop-dead-funny and touching series with a truly unforgettable character.
“Shares with Diary of a Wimpy Kid the humor that stems from trying to manipulate the world.” —Newsday
“Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post
Review
andquot;A welcome series addition that emphasizes familiarity instead of difference and treats its message with an affectionately light hand.andquot;
andmdash;Kirkusand#160;
Review
Praise forand#160;Skateboard Party: The Carver Chronicles, Bk 2 andquot;A welcome series addition that emphasizes familiarity instead of difference and treats its message with an affectionately light hand.andquot;and#160;andmdash;Kirkus Reviews
Praise forand#160;Dog Days: The Carver Chronicles, Bk 1
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andquot;Chapter book readers have few options if they want to read about urban boys of color; hereand#39;s hoping for more.andrdquo;andmdash;The Horn Book Magazine
Review
andquot;A welcome series addition that emphasizes familiarity instead of difference and treats its message with an affectionately light hand.andquot;
andmdash;Kirkus
andquot;Lots of kids will recognize themselves in this book...and teachers and librarians will be happy to have a series to recommend that stars a realistic, likable boy of color.andquot;
andmdash;Horn Book Magazine
andquot;This is a consistently fun read, complete with endearing characters, charming spot illustrations, and satisfying resolutions. Furthermore, it is a much needed story in which African American boys can see themselves visually and textually reflected in a positive light, completely free of the usual tropes of multicultural literature.andquot;
andmdash;Booklist
andquot;The warm details of Richardand#39;s African-American family are tempered by the realism of life with a bunch of boisterous boys...English continues to earn her place as one of the most reliable early-grade authors, and readers who havenand#39;t discovered the Carver School kids will find this a satisfying entry point.andquot;
andmdash;Bulletin
Synopsis
Lenore Look is the author of the popular Alvin Ho series, as well as the Ruby Lu series. She has also written several acclaimed picture books, including
Henry’s First-Moon Birthday, Uncle Peter’s Amazing Chinese Wedding, and
Brush of the Gods. Lenore lives in Hoboken, New Jersey.
LeUyen Pham is the illustrator of the Alvin Ho series, as well as The Best Birthday Party Ever by Jennifer LaRue Huget; Grace for President by Kelly DiPucchio, a New York Times bestseller; and the Freckleface Strawberry series by Julianne Moore. She is the author and illustrator of the picture books Big Sister, Little Sister and All the Things I Love About You. LeUyen lives in San Francisco. Learn more at leuyenpham.com.
Synopsis
Richard can't waitand#160;to show off hisand#160;skills atand#160;a friend'sand#160;skateboard birthday party, but a note home from his teacher threatens to ruin his plans. This charming second book in a new series about third grade boys by Coretta Scott King Honor Award-winner Karen Englishand#160;offers spot-on storytelling, relatable characters and situations, and plenty of action.and#160;
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Richard can't waitand#160;to show off hisand#160;flat-ground Olliesand#160;atand#160;a friend'sand#160;birthday party at the skate park, but a note home from his teacher threatens to ruin his plans. He really meant to finish his assignment on howler monkeys, but he just got . . . distracted. If only he could focus on his schoolwork, he wouldn't get into this kind of trouble! Canand#160;Richard manage to put off getting the note signed (and facing the consequences)and#160;until after the party, or willand#160;the deception makeand#160;things even worse? and#160;and#160;and#160;and#160; Nikki and Deja fans and their male peers are sure to recognize themselves and their classmates in this humorous school story.
Synopsis
The third title in a chapter book series featuring African American and Latino boys thatand#39;s full of kid-friendly charm and universal appeal.
Synopsis
Carlos isnandrsquo;t sure how he feels about the news that his cousin Bernardo will be joining his class at Carver Elementary. But when Bernardo comes to live with him temporarily, taking over Carlosandrsquo;s top bunk, his spot on the school soccer team, and even his Papiandrsquo;s attention, Carlos knows he isnandrsquo;t happy. Worse, Bernardo starts messing with Carlosandrsquo;s pet geckos! Carlos tries to see past his cousinandrsquo;s annoying ways, but Bernardo sure doesnandrsquo;t make it easy. Will Carlosandmdash;and his geckosandmdash;survive Bernardoand#39;s visit? Can he keep the peace for his familyandrsquo;s sake?and#160;and#160;and#160;and#160;and#160;Emerging and newly independent readersand#160;are sure to recognize themselves in this humorous school and family story.and#160;and#160;and#160;
About the Author
LENORE LOOK is the author of the popular Alvin Ho series; in a starred review
Kirkus Reviews called Alvin "refreshingly original [and] endearing." Lenore is also the author of several acclaimed picture books, including
Henry's First-Moon Birthday and
Uncle Peter's Amazing Chinese Wedding, both of which received three starred reviews and were named ALA-ALSC Notable Children's Books. Her latest picture book is
Polka Dot Penguin Pottery.LEUYEN PHAM is the illustrator of Jennifer LaRue Huget's The Best Birthday Party Ever; Lenore Look's acclaimed Alvin Ho series; Kelly Dipucchio's Grace for President, a New York Times bestselling book; and Julianne Moore's Freckleface Strawberry series. She is the author and illustrator of Big Sister, Little Sister.