Title
Almost American Girl: An Illustrated Memoir
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Harvey Award Nominee, Best Children Or Young Adult Booka Powerful And Moving Teen Graphic Novel Memoir About Immigration, Belonging, And How Arts Can Save A Lifeperfect For Fans Of American Born Chinese And Hey, Kiddo.For As Long As She Can Remember, Its Been Robin And Her Mom Against The World. Growing Up As The Only Child Of A Single Mother In Seoul, Korea, Wasnt Always Easy, But It Has Bonded Them Fiercely Together.So When A Vacation To Visit Friends In Huntsville, Alabama, Unexpectedly Becomes A Permanent Relocationfollowing Her Mothers Announcement That Shes Getting Marriedrobin Is Devastated.Overnight, Her Life Changes. She Is Dropped Into A New School Where She Doesnt Understand The Language And Struggles To Keep Up. She Is Completely Cut Off From Her Friends In Seoul And Has No Access To Her Beloved Comics. At Home, She Doesnt Fit In With Her New Stepfamily, And Worst Of All, She Is Furious With The One Person She Is Closest Toher Mother.Then One Day Robins Mother Enrolls Her In A Local Comic Drawing Class, Which Opens The Window To A Future Robin Could Never Have Imagined.This Nonfiction Graphic Novel With Four Starred Reviews Is An Excellent Choice For Teens And Also Accelerated Tween Readers, Both For Independent Reading And Units On Immigration, Memoirs, And The Search For Identity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Almost American Girl: A Graphic Memoir' about? A: This graphic memoir follows Robin, a teen who navigates the challenges of immigration and identity after moving from Seoul, Korea, to Huntsville, Alabama. It explores themes of belonging, family dynamics, and the transformative power of art.
- Q: Who is the author of this graphic memoir? A: The author of 'Almost American Girl' is Robin Ha, who shares her personal experiences through this illustrated narrative.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is ideal for teens and accelerated tween readers, making it a great choice for independent reading and educational discussions about immigration and identity.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 240 pages, providing a substantial narrative filled with illustrations.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback, making it lightweight and easy to handle for young readers.
- Q: When was 'Almost American Girl' published? A: The memoir was published on January 28, 2020.
- Q: Are there any notable awards or recognitions for this book? A: Yes, 'Almost American Girl' was nominated for the Harvey Award for Best Children or Young Adult Book.
- Q: What themes are explored in this graphic memoir? A: The memoir explores themes of immigration, belonging, family relationships, and the importance of art in coping with life's challenges.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, the book is a great resource for discussions on immigration and identity, making it suitable for school units or reading groups.
- Q: Can you provide a brief overview of the main character's journey? A: Robin's journey begins with her sudden relocation to the U.S., where she faces language barriers and cultural differences, but ultimately finds her voice and community through a comic drawing class.