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Book Thoughts: Henry and the Kite Dragon (Hall)

  • children in Chinatown have a conflict with their neighbors, the Italian children
  • based on a true story
  • multiple lessons interwoven throughout story
    (such as respecting elders, accepting cultural differences, etc.)
  • clean language
    (exception: moment of name-calling between boys)

Type: picture book
Ages: 4-8
Author: Bruce Edward Hall
Illustrator: William Low

This was a great book with an excellent resolution to conflict as well as increased cross-cultural understanding. Love that it’s based on a true story!

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