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Alvin Ho: Allergic to Birthday Parties, Science Projects, and Other Man-made Catastrophes

By Lenore Look
Illustrated by Leuyen Pham

By Lenore Look
Illustrated by Leuyen Pham

By Lenore Look
Illustrated by Leuyen Pham

By Lenore Look
Illustrated by Leuyen Pham

By Lenore Look
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By Lenore Look
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Sep 13, 2011 | ISBN 9780375873690 | 6-9 years

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    About Alvin Ho: Allergic to Birthday Parties, Science Projects, and Other Man-made Catastrophes

    There’s nothing scarier than a birthday party in the third book in a 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 Ho, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything. For example, what could possibly be so scary about a birthday party? Let Alvin explain:
    • You might be dressed for bowling . . . but everyone else is dressed for swimming.
    • You could get mistaken for the piñata.
    • You could eat too much cake.
    • You could throw up.

    So when Alvin receives an invitation to a party—a girl’s party—how will he ever survive?

    A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.

    “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

    About Alvin Ho: Allergic to Birthday Parties, Science Projects, and Other Man-made Catastrophes

    There’s nothing scarier than a birthday party in the third book in a 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 Ho, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything. For example, what could possibly be so scary about a birthday party? Let Alvin explain:
    • You might be dressed for bowling . . . but everyone else is dressed for swimming.
    • You could get mistaken for the piñata.
    • You could eat too much cake.
    • You could throw up.

    So when Alvin receives an invitation to a party—a girl’s party—how will he ever survive?

    A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.

    “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

    About Alvin Ho: Allergic to Birthday Parties, Science Projects, and Other Man-made Catastrophes

    There’s nothing scarier than a birthday party in the third book in a 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 Ho, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything. For example, what could possibly be so scary about a birthday party? Let Alvin explain:
    • You might be dressed for bowling . . . but everyone else is dressed for swimming.
    • You could get mistaken for the piñata.
    • You could eat too much cake.
    • You could throw up.

    So when Alvin receives an invitation to a party—a girl’s party—how will he ever survive?

    A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.

    “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

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    About Lenore Look

    Lenore Look first discovered a love of writing when she was a young child, creating, packaging, and distributing her own picture books. After a career in journalism, she went on to write many children’s books, including Alvin Ho: Allergic to… More about Lenore Look

    About Leuyen Pham

    LeUyen Pham is a New York Times bestselling illustrator and the recipient of the Caldecott Honor for Bear Came Along. Her work includes the Freckleface Strawberry series by Julianne Moore, Grace for President by Kelly DiPucchio, and the Princess Black series by Shannon… More about Leuyen Pham

    About Lenore Look

    Lenore Look first discovered a love of writing when she was a young child, creating, packaging, and distributing her own picture books. After a career in journalism, she went on to write many children’s books, including Alvin Ho: Allergic to… More about Lenore Look

    About Leuyen Pham

    LeUyen Pham is a New York Times bestselling illustrator and the recipient of the Caldecott Honor for Bear Came Along. Her work includes the Freckleface Strawberry series by Julianne Moore, Grace for President by Kelly DiPucchio, and the Princess Black series by Shannon… More about Leuyen Pham

    About Lenore Look

    Lenore Look first discovered a love of writing when she was a young child, creating, packaging, and distributing her own picture books. After a career in journalism, she went on to write many children’s books, including Alvin Ho: Allergic to… More about Lenore Look

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Paperback | $7.99
    Published by Yearling
    Sep 13, 2011 | 192 Pages | 5-3/16 x 7-5/8 | 6-9 years | ISBN 9780375873690

    Category: Children’s Books

    Ebook | $7.99
    Published by Schwartz & Wade
    Sep 28, 2010 | 192 Pages | 6-9 years | ISBN 9780375894985

    Category: Children’s Books | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $11.00
    Published by Listening Library
    Sep 13, 2011 | 154 Minutes | 6-9 years | ISBN 9780307941572
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    “A witty glossary and Pham’s simple yet expressive line drawings perfectly complement this appealing story about the refreshingly original, endearing Alvin.”
    —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

    “Look’s . . . intuitive grasp of children’s emotions is rivaled only by her flair for comic exaggeration.”
    —Publishers Weekly, starred review

    “Shares with Diary of a Wimpy Kid the humor that stems from trying to manipulate the world.”
    —Newsday

    Awards

    Bank Street Child Study Children’s Book Award WINNER

    Florida Sunshine State Book Master List SUBMITTED

    Florida Sunshine State Book Award NOMINEE

    New Jersey Garden State Children’s Book Award NOMINEE

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