Book Series · 4 Books

The Nguyen Kids Books

In order from The Secret of the Jade Bangle to The Journey of the Ancestors' Gifts.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1899

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

The Secret of the Jade Bangle

By Linda Trinh, Clayton Nguyen (Illustrator)

A jade bangle reveals a secret power, helping Anne embrace her identity and confront prejudice.

128 pages· 6,699 words· Est. 52 min read-aloud

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Summary: Nine-year-old Anne Nguyen discovers her late Grandma Nội's jade bangle holds a secret power. As Anne navigates challenges with her ballet teacher's bias, she finds strength in her Vietnamese heritage and family recipes. With her siblings, Anne learns that the love and guidance of her ancestors are ever-present, empowering her to stand up for herself and embrace her cultural identity. Will Anne's newfound courage help her overcome the obstacles she faces and honor her family's legacy?

The complete set

The Nguyen Kids Series

4 books · Published 2022–2023

Series

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$1899

The Secret of the Jade Bangle

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

A jade bangle reveals a secret power, helping Anne embrace her identity and confront prejudice.

Series

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$1899

The Power of the Pearl Earrings

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

Liz discovers her earrings' power to prove girls' strength against a new rival.

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$1899

The Mystery of the Painted Fan

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

A mysterious fan helps Jacob explore identity and self-expression.

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$1899

The Journey of the Ancestors' Gifts

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

In Vietnam, the Nguyen kids face a mysterious, closed room and lost connections. What secrets lie within?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Nguyen Kids series?

There are 4 books in the Nguyen Kids series. It began with The Secret of the Jade Bangle in 2022, and the newest book, The Journey of the Ancestors' Gifts, was published in 2023.