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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013
Paper Son
By Helen Foster James, Virginia Shin-Mui Loh, Wilson Ong (Illustrator) · Tales of Young Americans series
A boy's future hinges on passing a test to become a 'paper son' in America.
32 pages· 2,700 words· Est. 21 min read-aloud
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Summary: In 1926, young Fu Lee faces a daunting journey from his Chinese village to America. As a 'paper son,' he must convincingly assume a new identity to pass the test at Angel Island Immigration Station. The stakes are high; one mistake could send him back to China, dashing his grandparents' hopes for a better life. Will Lee's courage and determination be enough to secure his future in a foreign land, or will the weight of his secret prove too great? Discover the challenges and choices that define his path.
