Goldy Luck and the Three Pandas

Written by Natasha Yim · Illustrated by Grace Zong

A young girl visits her neighbors on Chinese New Year and causes chaos in their home, leading to a series of unfortunate events and a lesson in responsibility and kindness.

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32 pages· 1,050 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud· 560L

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Bookroo's summary

In a lively Chinatown, Goldy Luck's well-meaning visit turns chaotic when she disrupts a panda family's home. As she samples porridge and breaks furniture, her antics lead to unexpected consequences. With Chinese New Year approaching, Goldy must face her mistakes and find a way to make amends. Can she turn her blunders into a chance for friendship and celebration? Discover a heartwarming twist on a classic tale, complete with cultural festivities and a delicious recipe.

From the publisher

In this Chinese American retelling of “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” a careless Goldy Luck wreaks havoc on the home of a family of panda bears. She eats up the littlest panda’s rice porridge, breaks his rocking chair, and rumples all the blankets on his futon. When Goldy takes responsibility for her actions, she makes a new friend (and a whole plate of turnip cakes!) just in time for Chinese New Year.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 1,050
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 560L

Themes & topics

Books about China Books about bears Books about Chinese New Year Books about culture Books about places and regions

What readers & critics say

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“This book is an adorable parody of Goldilocks and the three bears for the Chinese New Year. I especially loved all the subtle references to Chinese New Year's traditions strewn throughout and that Goldi comes back to rectify her mistakes and make a few friends as well.”

Marmee

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