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 enlarge | Author: Bette Bao Lord
Creator: Marc Simont
Publisher: HarperTrophy
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  60 reviews
Sales Rank: 15519
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 176
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.1 x 0.6
ISBN: 0064401758
EAN: 9780064401753
ASIN: 0064401758
Publication Date: October 31, 1986
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Condition: Some wear on book from reading, we guarantee all purchases and ship all items via USPS mail.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Great children's book February 25, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This was one of my favorite books as a kid. It's funny and heartwarming, and touches on Chinese culture and 1940's American culture, making it an all-around interesting read. Plus, Bandit is such a great character, you can't help loving her. This would be an excellent addition to any kid's collection.
The Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson January 18, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Would you like to meet a famous athlete? If you would The Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson is a book you could choose.
Do you know about Jackie Robinson? The story is all about him and a little girl named Bandit. Bandit is a little girl who moves to America from China and tries to act like an American and go to an American school. The author wants you to know that if you ever meet someone from another country, you should try to introduce them to our customs. This story is mostly about trying to fit in. So I would recommend this book to anyone ages 9 and up who has ever felt left out.
A Chinese Jackie Robinson? February 24, 2006
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
I loved this book. As a teacher, there is nothing better than a multicultural children's chapter book, with American history and a plethora of vicarious experiences. This is a great book to teach children about immigration and traditional Chinese customs. It wasn't until college that I learned some of these customs and it was also then that I learned that all I had to do was read Lord's book and I would've had the knowledge that it took me 20 years to get. The young girl in the story, Shirley, takes children through a whirlwind of adventures and experiences that children can relate to and learn from. This is a great multi-cultural book to add to your collection.
I'm 8 and loved this book January 4, 2006
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
It was definitely a book to read over a period of time (say one chapter per night). It was very well written and I loved the chants!
excellent children's story! October 29, 2005
I read this one when I was ten, and recently bought a copy for my three daughters to enjoy. I read this one at least 7 or 8 times myself.... Lord creates a wonderful character in Shirley who has to adapt to a whole new culture on her way to becoming an American. I recommend this one for all kids, not just those interested in sports.
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