★ “A heartfelt and honest look at the emotional challenges of starting over in a new place . . . Kim-McCarthy’s authentic voice makes the story feel deeply personal, while her art enhances understanding of Binna’s journey in a way that is emotionally powerful . . . A beautifully told and illustrated story about resilience, identity, and the power of encouragement. A thoughtful addition to classrooms and libraries alike.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“Using expressionistic artwork marked by visual metaphors, Kim-McCarthy cleverly captures the protagonist’s difficulties. Crossed-out words and arrows in Binna’s speech bubbles convey the child’s confusion . . . Keenly aware of the challenges many young immigrants confront, Kim-McCarthy makes clear that even seemingly small snafus can take a great emotional toll. The narrative comes to a satisfying conclusion . . . A delightfully gentle tale of navigating language barriers.” —Kirkus
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