My Footprints

Written by Bao Phi · Illustrated by Basia Tran

A bullied girl finds strength in imaginary creatures on her journey home.

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32 pages· 954 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· 630L

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Bookroo's summary

Feeling isolated after a bully's taunts, Thuy, a Vietnamese American girl with two moms, embarks on a magical journey. Inspired by a bird, she imagines herself as various powerful animals, each step bringing her closer to home and the loving embrace of her family. As Thuy mimics the creatures' footprints in the snow, she discovers courage and strength within herself, creating a bond with her moms that forms a unique, mythical being. Will Thuy's newfound bravery help her face the challenges ahead?

From the publisher

Every child feels different in some way, but Thuy feels “double different.” She is Vietnamese American and she has two moms. Thuy walks home one winter afternoon, angry and lonely after a bully’s taunts. Then a bird catches her attention and sets Thuy on an imaginary exploration. What if she could fly away like a bird? What if she could sprint like a deer, or roar like a bear? Mimicking the footprints of each creature in the snow, she makes her way home to the arms of her moms. Together, the three of them imagine beautiful and powerful creatures who always have courage - just like Thuy.

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