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This unique English-Khmer bilingual graphic memoir starts and ends in Cambodia for a girl who will inspire readers to hold on to their dreams. Kim Uy and her parents waited 15 years in Cambodia before emigrating to the United States. She had to learn English in high school, ignore those who said "medicine is not for you," and she had to stay strong to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. And once Kim met her goals in America, she returned to Cambodia to care for those who needed her most. Chasing Dreams, Becoming a Doctor tells the inspiring story of Kim Uy's ability to adapt to cultures, learn languages other than Khmer-Chinese and English-and succeed wherever she goes. Her memoir is beautifully illustrated in ink wash technique to create value, shading, form and depth within the artwork. The illustrator is Chinese-American artist sunshine gao. Cover illustrated by Khmer-American artist Kat Eng.

One of three new books to kick off the children¿s graphic novel series Our Stories Carried Us Here. As our student population becomes increasingly BIPOC (52% of US school population in 2020), buyers are searching for books that are reflective of who their students and children are, and which help them feel more at home in America. Thai's story is also included in Hmong. This book can also be used in education settings with included reading comprehension/book club questions.

Zaynab Abdi chronicles her journey from Somalia to Yemen and ultimately the United States, where she shares a stage with Malala and becomes a voice for refuge. Her graphic memoir is told in both English and Arabic. Zaynab was born in Somalia and raised by her grandmother in Yemen, where they experienced a simple but beautiful life before unrest came to the country. Follow Zaynab as she flees to Egypt with her sister. Feel the love she is greeted with in America when she joins her mother and two sisters she has never met. Watch her grow as an advocate as she takes on the leadership opportunities within high school and university. Upon meeting Malala Yousafzai, and speaking at the United Nations, she becomes a voice for refuge. "In America I found MY REFUGE, and my education. Now I use MY VOICE and speak out in order to promote more justice in the world." ¿ Zaynab Abdi The stunning black ink drawings come from the pen of Egyptian born artist Ashraf El-Attar. Voice for Refuge will be a powerful addition to classrooms and school libraries, expanding their collections to include the voice of Black, Muslim, Middle Eastern immigrant girls and women.

One of two new books to kick off the children¿s graphic novel series Our Stories Carried Us Here. As our student population becomes increasingly BIPOC (52% of US school population in 2020), buyers are searching for books that are reflective of who their students and children are, and which help them feel more at home in America. Daniel¿s story is also included in Spanish. Moreover, the book contains background pages for Mexican customs and traditions. This book can also be used in education settings with included reading comprehension/book club questions.