
By Joanna Ho, Dung Ho (Illustrator)
Part of the Eyes That Kiss in the Corners series
A young girl reflects on the beauty of her eyes and the women in her family who share the same feature.
A young Asian girl feels different due to her unique eyes. Inspired by her mother, grandmother, and sister, she learns to see her eyes as a source of beauty and strength. Her journey of self-love and empowerment unfolds, celebrating her heritage and the stories her eyes hold. Will she embrace her uniqueness and find her place in the world?
This lyrical and stunning picture book tells a story about learning to love and celebrate your Asian-shaped eyes, in the of spirit of Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers’. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother’s, her grandmother’s, and her little sister’s. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future.Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self love and empowerment. This powerful, poetic picture book will resonate with readers of all ages and is a celebration of diversity.
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