Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions

Written by Lenore Look · Illustrated by LeUyen Pham

Part of the Alvin Ho series

A young boy faces his fears on a trip to China.

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176 pages· 17,994 words· Est. 3.5 hour read· 560L

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Bookroo's summary

Alvin, a second grader with a fear of everything, embarks on a daunting journey to China with his family. As he navigates a 16-hour flight and cultural surprises like kung fu and acupuncture, Alvin's anxiety reaches new heights. Will he overcome his fears and embrace the adventure, or will the bustling crowds and unfamiliar customs prove too much? Join Alvin in this humorous tale of courage and discovery, where every challenge is a chance to grow.

From the publisher

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 who’s afraid of everything, is taking his fears to a whole new level–or should we say, continent. On a trip to introduce brand-new baby Ho to relatives in China, Alvin’s anxiety is at fever pitch. First there’s the harrowing 16-hour plane ride; then there’s 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 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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