Jiang, Ji-Li, Red Kite, Blue
Kite. Disney Press, 2013. PICTURE BOOK.
Tai Shan and his father, Baba
loved to fly kites. Tai-Shan would fly his red kite while his father would fly
his red. One day, armed men with red armbands ransack their village, destroying
many stores and taking many away to work in labor camps. Since he has no other
family, he’s sent to live with a farmer named Granny Wang in a village near his
father’s labor camp. Although they are far apart, the two find a secret way to
communicate.
Based on a true story, this book
will inspire and delight. The pictures are colorful, detailed, and complement
the text well. The story is a little long, but still manages to keep the
reader’s interest. Elementary students who are interested in Chinese culture
and history will enjoy reading this book.
EL (K-3), EL - ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Jessica Moody, Library Media Specialist, Olympus Jr. High.
EL (K-3), EL - ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Jessica Moody, Library Media Specialist, Olympus Jr. High.
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