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Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
Description
"Inspired by the author's childhood experience as a refugee--fleeing Vietnam after the fall of Saigon and immigrating to Alabama--this coming-of-age debut told in verse has been celebrated for its touching child's-eye view of family and immigration. Hà has only ever known Saigon: the thrills of its markets, the joy of its traditions, and the warmth of her friends close by. But now the Vietnam War has reached her home. Hà and her family are forced...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 9
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
Description
Twelve-year-old Mai is sick of being perfect and her straight A's and extracurricular activities have gotten her a much unwanted trip to Vietnam with her family so she can learn more about her roots. But as time goes on, Mai grows closer to her family and she begins to understand her culture.
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 8
Lexile measure
HL 810L
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
In the final days of the Vißt Nam War, Hłng takes her little brother, Linh, to the airport, determined to find a way to safety in America. When Linh is ripped from her arms, Hłng is left behind in the war-torn country. Six years later, Hłng is now in Texas as a refugee. She doesn't know how she will find her little brother until she meets LeeRoy, a city boy with big rodeo dreams, who decides to help her. Reunited with Linh, she realizes he doesn't...
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"An's grandmother Bà sometimes gets trapped in her cloudy memories. An and her grandfather Ông come up with a plan to bring her back to a happy moment: growing gấc fruits so they can make xôi gấc, Bà's favorite dish from her wedding in Vietnam many years ago. An and Ông must be patient as the seeds grow, flower, and turn into fruit. When the xôi gấc is finally ready, An is hopeful that her grandmother will remember her wedding...
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
880L
Language
English
Description
A novel in verse inspired by the author's experience follows Hà and her family, refugees from the Vietnam War, as they move to Texas for a new job, and despite not wanting to start over again, Hà discovers unwanted change can bring a good opportunity.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Formats
Description
Inside Out and Back Again is a #1 New York Times bestseller, a Newbery Honor Book, and a winner of the National Book Award!
Inspired by the author's childhood experience as a refugee—fleeing Vietnam after the Fall of Saigon and immigrating to Alabama—this coming-of-age debut novel told in verse has been celebrated for its touching child's-eye view of
...Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 8
Language
English
Formats
Description
Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction! Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Acevedo, Ibi Zoboi, and Erika L. Sánchez, this gorgeously written and deeply moving novel is the YA debut from the award-winning author of Inside Out & Back Again. 4 starred reviews!
In the final days of the Việt Nam War, Hằng takes her little brother, Linh, to the airport, determined
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