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4.33 AVERAGE
4.33 AVERAGE
Mother/Daughter book club 9/18 10am Hills
a very pretty story about stories. I enjoyed reading this one. I loved that all of the stories had morals or lessons in them.
a very pretty story about stories. I enjoyed reading this one. I loved that all of the stories had morals or lessons in them.
Actual Rating: 3.5*
I did enjoy this one but I thought the writing was a little juvenile and the stories were a little awkwardly placed at some times. Everything was really interesting to learn and know, but I felt like something was missing that I can't quite put my finger on. I liked the hero's journey in this one and the way the story came to a conclusion, but I feel like there were other stories in between I would have liked to hear and some that I wanted a more satisfying conclusion to.
I really liked Minli and thought she was a great heroine. She was curious and awestruck by everything and didn't let the impossible stop her from chasing her dream. I liked how she grew throughout the story because of what she learned and the people she met. I think her story is the most important and the most interesting.
I would recommend this one if you're looking for a quick read that is enjoyable and teaches you about other cultures. I liked getting a view behind the veil sort of deal out of this one and am definitely glad I checked it out. This is my last #12DaysOfDiversity and 2016 read (since I doubt I can do 300+ pages in 20 minutes) and I feel like I ended on a really good note.
I did enjoy this one but I thought the writing was a little juvenile and the stories were a little awkwardly placed at some times. Everything was really interesting to learn and know, but I felt like something was missing that I can't quite put my finger on. I liked the hero's journey in this one and the way the story came to a conclusion, but I feel like there were other stories in between I would have liked to hear and some that I wanted a more satisfying conclusion to.
I really liked Minli and thought she was a great heroine. She was curious and awestruck by everything and didn't let the impossible stop her from chasing her dream. I liked how she grew throughout the story because of what she learned and the people she met. I think her story is the most important and the most interesting.
I would recommend this one if you're looking for a quick read that is enjoyable and teaches you about other cultures. I liked getting a view behind the veil sort of deal out of this one and am definitely glad I checked it out. This is my last #12DaysOfDiversity and 2016 read (since I doubt I can do 300+ pages in 20 minutes) and I feel like I ended on a really good note.
4.5 stars... I love Grace Lin. She's such a great storyteller.
I really like it. It was a fun story and I loved the interconnectedness of all the tales that are told and how smart Minli is in the story. I loved the pictures as well.
love this story full of figurative language and folktales--it made a great readaloud.
This surprised me with how much joy it gave me reading it! Heartwarming, funny, imaginative without being ridiculous. Highly recommended!
I picked this up to give to my eight year old niece- but before I gave it to her.. I couldn’t help but want to read it- and I was not disappointed! Thoroughly enjoyable, I think my niece is going to love it!
This is a story about stories and how they connect us and shape our present. It is also about hope and transformation. I really enjoyed reading this with the kids and the artwork was awesome! I also loved the questions in the readers guide.