New Releases by Lenore Look

Lenore Look is the author of Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions (2014), Brush of the Gods (2013), Alvin Ho: Allergic to Birthday Parties, Science Projects, and Other Man-made Catastrophes (2011), Ruby Lu, Star of the Show (2011), Alvin Ho (2011).

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Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions

release date: Aug 05, 2014
Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions
Alvin and his family visit China in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Alvin, an Asian American second grader who’s afraid of everything, is taking his fears to a whole new level—or should we say, continent. On a trip to introduce brand-new baby Ho to relatives in China, Alvin’s anxiety is at fever pitch. First there’s the harrowing 16-hour plane ride; then there’s a whole slew of cultural differences to contend with: eating lunch food for breakfast, kung fu lessons, and acupuncture treatment (yikes!). Not to mention the crowds that make it easy for a small boy to get lost. A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham. “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

Brush of the Gods

release date: Jun 25, 2013
Brush of the Gods
This gorgeous picture book biography, according to Kirkus Reviews in a starred review, is "a cheerful introduction not only to Wu Daozi, but to the power of inspiration." Who wants to learn calligraphy when your brush is meant for so much more? Wu Daozi (689-758), known as China's greatest painter and alive during the T'ang Dynasty, is the subject of this stunning picture book. When an old monk attempts to teach young Daozi about the ancient art of calligraphy, his brush doesn't want to cooperate. Instead of characters, Daozi's brush drips dancing peonies and flying Buddhas! Soon others are admiring his unbelievable creations on walls around the city, and one day his art comes to life! Little has been written about Daozi, but Look and So masterfully introduce the artist to children.

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Birthday Parties, Science Projects, and Other Man-made Catastrophes

release date: Sep 13, 2011
Alvin Ho: Allergic to Birthday Parties, Science Projects, and Other Man-made Catastrophes
There's nothing scarier than a birthday party in the third book in a hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Alvin Ho, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything. For example, what could possibly be so scary about a birthday party? Let Alvin explain: • You might be dressed for bowling . . . but everyone else is dressed for swimming. • You could get mistaken for the piñata. • You could eat too much cake. • You could throw up. So when Alvin receives an invitation to a party—a girl’s party—how will he ever survive? A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham. “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

Ruby Lu, Star of the Show

release date: Feb 08, 2011
Ruby Lu, Star of the Show
Ruby Lu returns—in paperback! Can this spunky middle-grader solve her family’s money troubles? Ruby is starting third grade, and she can’t wait! She’ll get to join fun clubs, learn cursive, and play in the orchestra. But there’s one big change Ruby Lu isn’t expecting: Her father loses his job. Now he’s taking care of her and Oscar while her mother works, and it’s definitely not all fun and games, especially with money so tight. So Ruby, determined and resourceful as ever, sets out to make a million dollars! And though she soon learns that making money isn’t easy, she also discovers that having a loving family is the most valuable thing of all.

Alvin Ho

release date: Jan 01, 2011
Alvin Ho
A fearful second grader in Concord, Massachusetts, learns about death when his grandfather's best friend passes away and he offers to accompany his grandfather to the funeral.

Polka Dot Penguin Pottery

release date: Jan 01, 2011
Polka Dot Penguin Pottery
A visit to a pottery shop and the encouragement of family and friends not only provide Aspen the opportunity to paint something beautiful, they also help her get past her writer's block.

Ruby Lu, Brave and True

release date: May 11, 2010
Ruby Lu, Brave and True
Most days the best thing about being Ruby is everything. Like when she's the star of her own backyard magic show. Or when she gives a talk at the school safety assembly on the benefits of reflective tape. Or when she rides the No. 3 bus all the way to Chinatown to visit GungGung and PohPoh. And then there are the days when it's very hard to be Ruby. Like when her mom suggests Chinese school on Saturdays. Or when her little brother, Oscar, spills all of Ruby's best magician secrets. Or when her parents don't think she's old enough to drive! Come along with Ruby Lu in her chapter-book debut -- which even includes a flip book of a magic trick -- and share the good and the not-so-good days with an (almost) eight-year-old Asian-American kid.

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Camping, Hiking, and Other Natural Disasters

release date: May 11, 2010
Alvin Ho: Allergic to Camping, Hiking, and Other Natural Disasters
Alvin takes on camping in the second book in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is back, and his worst fear has come true: he has to go camping. What will he do exposed in the wilderness with bears and darkness and . . . pit toilets? Luckily, he’s got his night-vision goggles and water purifying tablets and super-duper heavy-duty flashlight to keep him safe. And he’s got his dad, too. This is ahumorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham. “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

Ruby Lu, Empress of Everything

release date: Sep 25, 2007
Ruby Lu, Empress of Everything
The inimitable heroine from "Ruby Lu, Brave and True" is back. When Rubys cousin, Flying Duck, arrives from China to live with her, Ruby becomes her buddy. However, Flying Duck is deaf, and Ruby doesn't know Chinese Sign Language. Illustrations.

Uncle Peter's Amazing Chinese Wedding

release date: Jan 01, 2006
Uncle Peter's Amazing Chinese Wedding
A Chinese American girl describes the festivities surrounding her uncle's Chinese wedding and the customs behind each one.

Henry's First-Moon Birthday

release date: Apr 01, 2001
Henry's First-Moon Birthday
A young girl helps her grandmother with preparations for the traditional Chinese celebration for her new baby brother's one-month-old birthday.
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