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 whos afraid of everything, is taking his fears to a whole new levelor should we say, continent. On a trip to introduce brand-new baby Ho to relatives in China, Alvins anxiety is at fever pitch. First theres the harrowing 16-hour plane ride; then theres 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 experienceswith a truly unforgettable characterfrom author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.
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