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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

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The Missing Red Envelopes is a fun and engaging read with wonderful illustrations to go along with the story. This book is more toward ages 7-12 but can truly be enjoyed at any age…not only did my great nieces and great nephew enjoy this story but I learned something about the customs of the Lunar New Year as well.

Lorie and Weina are celebrating the Lunar New Year with family as this is a special holiday to celebrate and this includes the gifting of special red envelopes…but when they go missing…Lorie and Weina need to retrace their steps to find their envelopes as they have special plans with the contents inside.

This is a wonderful story..and I highly recommend.

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Missing Red Envelopes is another fun and heartwarming chapter book that will captivate young readers by Yobe Qiu with lovely illustrations by Kris Fulk. It is an Asian kids story.
Follow along as Lorie and Weina solve the mystery of the missing red envelopes and share in the ancient custom of gifting and receiving red envelopes. This cultural tale makes it an interesting read and a learning experience all in one. I for one have learnt something new.
Discover the joy of Lunar New Year festivities in this lovely tale where young gather around their elders and family to share wishes for good health, before they receive bountiful gifts.
The book is aimed at those between the ages of 7 – 12 years of age.

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu – Review by Jennifer Crain

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

“The Missing Red Envelopes” by Yobe Quin is a captivating mystery novel that keeps readers guessing until the very end. The story follows protagonist Maya, a girl who searches for missing red envelopes on Lunar New Year.

Quin’s writing style is engaging and creates a rich and vivid world for readers to immerse themselves in.

Overall, “The Missing Red Envelopes” is a compelling read that will appeal to young fans of mystery.

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu – Review by Carrie Reed

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wonderful book. I love reading about other cultures and traditions. The pictures along with the book are beautiful and make the story that much more interesting. It is so nice to hear that the children are able to get out of school to celebrate the Lunar New Year. The tradition of family members handing out red envelopes with money to the children in their family is such a cool part of many Asian cultures. It is especially sweet that the sisters are wanting to save to spend their money on someone other than themselves. The sisters work together to find their lucky envelopes that were left behind, and Lorie as the oldest sister feels it is on her to protect Weina and solve the mystery. I love the patience she shows her sister even in the face of losing all the red envelopes, she didn’t yell at her sister she calmly talks it out. I wish I could have seen them buy the jade bracelet in the end!

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a neat children’s story. It tells about the custom of the Red Envelopes that is part of the Lunar New Year. The illustrations are pretty. I found it was a neat way to teach a child about other cultures. I read this to my granddaughter and she really enjoyed it. She loved the story so much that I’ll be getting a paper copy for our family library.

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu

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The Missing Red Envelopes by Yobe Qiu
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Genre – Asian, Kids
Page Count – 69
Cover Designer – Kris Fulk

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As the Lunar New Year approaches, the two Asian American girls from NYC eagerly anticipate the festive celebrations – from watching the vibrant parade to indulging in delicious Asian cuisine and cherishing precious family moments. The highlight of the occasion is receiving lucky red envelopes filled with surprises from their relatives. However, excitement turns to mystery when Weina realized she lost all of her red envelopes! What will they do?
In this heartwarming 5×7 chapter book, young readers will be captivated by the sisters’ journey to unravel the mystery and discover the true spirit of Lunar New Year. Perfect for young readers eager for a cultural and adventurous tale!
1. Embark on a Lunar New Year Adventure: Dive into the enchanting world of ‘The Missing Red Envelopes’ and join Lorie and Weina on their captivating Lunar New Year journey.
2. Celebrate Diversity with Your Young Readers: Introduce your young readers to the richness of Asian American culture and the joy of Lunar New Year festivities.
3. Uncover the Mystery: Intrigue awaits as Lorie and Weina unravel the mystery of the missing red envelopes. Engage your child’s curiosity and critical thinking skills, perfect for readers who love mystery!
4. Perfect Gift for Young Explorers: Looking for a meaningful gift for the young reader in your life? Gift them ‘The Missing Red Envelopes’ – a compact and engaging chapter book that sparks curiosity and cultural appreciation.
5. Create Lasting Memories: Share special moments with your child as you read together about family, traditions, and the excitement of Lunar New Year.

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Yobe Qiu is an educator, entrepreneur, mom, and bestselling author with a passion for storytelling. As an educator, Yobe taught children and their families to embrace love and diverse cultures. When she identified a need for more multicultural books, she decided to create her own children’s stories featuring Asian characters and cultures.

 

Today, Yobe is proud to publish books that help children like her daughters and mom friends feel seen, heard, and represented. Yobe shares her time between New York and New Jersey with her daughters and husband!

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars
I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu

I Am A Bold Asian Boy is an Inspirational children’s book that my son and I truly enjoyed reading. This is a positive story about culture and being who you are. Being strong, proud, and knowing it’s ok to be different. My son loved the illustrations and told a story along with me. We highly recommend reading this book at any age and we look forward to reading more from this Author.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Gillian Fawell

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As an Early Childhood worker this book seems to be a wonderful resource to use in the classroom. It uses beautiful alliteration throughout and allows children to feel affirmed and represented in literature. The illustrations are gorgeous and all in all, this book is a wonderful celebration of culture! Highly recommended!

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Shannen Kern

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great book to read with my family! It has wonderful affirmations that warm my heart, and the illustrations are brilliant. Diversity and representation are incredibly important, and I believe starting these positive messages as early as possible is game-changing. I will definitely be looking for more books by this author. I highly recommend sharing this with anyone in your life, especially younger kiddos!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Cindy Rushin

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute little story. I enjoyed how it made affirmations for the little boy that allowed him to have good feelings about himself. I think this would be very nice for a lot of kids who feel differently about themselves and their heritage. I hope that anyone, not just an Asian kid would be able to be inspired by this story. I recommend it to anyone who has ever had the feeling that they are different and that they don’t fit in.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Stephanie Robb

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a beautiful embrace of culture, identity, confidence and empowerment. It is aimed to asian boys but could be a great discussion point for any adult and child. The focus is on positive mindset and emotional wellbeing. There are some great resources at the back of the book that the author included.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Kerry Baker

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian BoysI Am A Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a sweet and brilliant book that is design to reaffirm a child’s belief in themselves. Although the book focuses on a young Asian boy, the affirmations can easily be applicable to all children. In today’s world, children rarely seem to get to hear how well they are doing, and how great they are. This book is perfect for reinforcing that concept and is a great book to read together as a family.
I read this with both of my children and they each seemed to take away different things from it. This is a fantastic book that I would urge everyone to read.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Tausha Treadway

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu. This is such a sweet story about a Asian boy who is struggling with who he is. It has positive affirmations that little boys can resonate with. The little boys lists all the things he is good at and what he can do. Its geared toward Asian boys but can be reworded in a small way to include all kids. It talks about all the positive ways cultural difference can be great. This book is a great way for kids to get a head start on knowing their worth and not going down the rabbit hole of self doubt and no confidence! The pictures are really awesome too. This book would make a great gift for the young child in your life!

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Emily H

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wonderful story about a boy who learns about himself and finds ways to find confidence that sometimes is hard to find. I thought the illustrations were wonderful. I liked the message this story showed and think it would be a positive book for young children.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Trista Martin

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Adorable children’s book that teaches children to celebrate and be proud of who they are.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Kelli Harper

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Full of wonderfully diverse images of Asian boys, this book is one of the best things I have read and experienced in a long time. Positivity flows from this book and it helps the reader understand how important they are themselves. Wonderful positive book.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Hannah Porter

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first time I’m picking up a story by this author, Yobe Qiu. What first drew attention was the artwork 🥰 it was cute and colorful, really eye catching! The message was amazing to read, to love yourself and be proud of who you are and what your culture is. Which I think is real important for everyone to know.I also love how in the background on the book stand the author put her other books on there 🤣🥰really creative. I look forward to reading more from this author.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Moriah Venable

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book made me smile ear to ear. I may not be Asian or a boy, but the positivity in this book just made my heart soar!

I wish there were affirmation books like this when I was younger. This book is diverse and showcases the numerous characteristics that one can be.

I really enjoyed the illustrations as well.

‘I am bold, big hearted, brave, brillant, balanced, blessed, beautiful, bilingual, and bountiful. I’m all of these and more.’

What a way to bring the whole book full circle!

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Ayla Phipps

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beautifully illustrated and wonderful book. This book shows the B’s of being yourself. Being comfortable in your skin and embracing all that your culture has to give. Bold. Big-hearted. Brave. Brilliant. Balanced. Blessed. Beautiful. Bilingual. Bountiful. Words to live by when embracing your race, religion, language, culture and so much more. I also loved how the book showed representation of multiple races and cultures in the classroom and his friends.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Tonya Merritt

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I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys (Asian Family Series)I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m a fairly new Headstart Assistant Teacher and we have been studying different cultures in children. I was thrilled to find this book and read it. The story helps teach affirmations, shows positivity, and teaches children that their culture does matter. I plan to read this story soon enough to the kiddos in our class. I’ve recently learned there is also a female version too.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Katie Matthews

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really nice read and full of such positivity. The story is aimed at Asian boys as the title suggests but I think if read in a setting all of the children who might listen to this could benefit from some of the positive messages that come across in the book. The story is beautifully illustrated and would definitely capture the interest of young children.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first children;s book by this author. I look forward to seeing what is next for them. This is a positive story about culture and being proud of who you are. I enjoyed the story and the growth of the characters. It brings positivity to a difficult subject for some. A positive look at culture and it being okay to be different. I enjoyed the illustrations and how much they add to the story. I think that any child would enjoy reading this book and learning from it. I enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend it.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was an uplifting book that promoted positive affirmation in Asian boys (although the affirmation can be used for any culture). Throughout the book, an Asian boy talks about all the great things he is and can do. He talks about being bold, brave, big-hearted, etc. that would help any child bring joy and words of kindness to themselves. I loved how the book didn’t provide this boy with a problem at the beginning to overcome, the book goes straight into a self-love mentality which I am here for. If you have a son or boy who is feeling down on themselves, this could be a great read for encouragement, especially for Asian boys. The illustrations are cute too.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Alyssa McLean

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Am a Bold Asian Boy is a enjoyable and uplifting children’s book that introduces the power of affirmations in a simple and fun way. The illustrations are bright, colorful, and bring the affirmations to life. My son was hooked by the dragon on the first page. I loved reading this to my son and being able to teach him more empowering and positive ways to think about himself and others.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Tanya Wall, November 2023

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a beautifully written and illustrated children’s book. This book shows young boys of Asian decent how they can be strong, courageous and proud of their cultural identity. Affirming where one comes from and the power that we hold within ourselves is important. If I was a teacher, I would have copies of books such as this on my shelf for my students to read.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars

 

I Am A Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmations Book For Asian Boys by Yobe Qiu is a cute and inspiring book that teaches children the benefits of daily affirmations. And although this is aimed at Asian boys- I think the affirmations are applicable to all children, with a little re-wording.
The affirmations are accompanied by some seriously cute, charming, interesting, and colourful illustrations that easily captures the reader’s attention, whilst also engaging the imagination, and thus helping to reinforce the affirmations..
Affirmations are a great way to build confidence, mindfulness, and possibility. This is full of many wonderful affirmations that will help nurture happier children.

“I’m a brilliant Asian boy
I’m curious and love to learn
I know it’s ok to be wrong
I can always take multiple turns.”

“I’m a balanced Asian boy
I’m excited for what my day brings
From school to play to family
I can juggle many things.”

This is an imaginative, fun, engaging, and enjoyable children’s picture book that helps develop confidence.
Happy Reading!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Gabrielle

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a nice book that helps to give young Asian boys a way to feel strong and self-assured. It helps to show that they can be proud of who they are and their culture. Each new page gives a new reason for them to be strong. It also contains nice illustrations of different cultures and different activities. It is a good way to give young children positive support. It is a quick read with colorful picture making this a good book for young children.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Jennifer Crain

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys is a heartwarming and empowering story that will resonate with young Asian readers. Author Yobe Qiu’s intention to uplift and validate Asian boys is evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for building self-worth and cultural pride.

The book follows the journey of a confident and adventurous Asian boy as he embraces his identity and recognizes his strengths. The positive affirmations scattered throughout the story serve as reminders for young readers to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams.

The illustrations in the book are vibrant and captivating, perfectly complementing the messages of optimism and happiness. Furthermore, the inclusion of cultural elements adds an extra layer of celebration and empowerment, teaching children to appreciate their heritage.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Julie Johnson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a super cute, multicultural book about a young boy repeating his affirmations. Books like this are so important to all people but I really like that this one is geared towards boys. It’s a very positive and uplifting book with colorful illustrations.

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I Am A Bold Asian Boy (Asian Family Series) by Yobe Qiu – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I Am a Bold Asian Boy: A Positive Affirmation Book for Asian Boys is an engaging picture book in the Asian Family Series to help boys to empower themselves to be self-aware of their emotions, feelings from a young age. The story incorporates awareness and the essence of positive thinking for young Asian boys and embracing their cultural differences.
This interactive book is great to encourage the growth of a child and to embrace courage, positivity and the power of thinking through affirmations. Affirmations have been a part of my life for a long time, and I enjoy sharing them with others especially children.
The lovely illustrations help bring the wonderful narrative alive and makes it easy for the kids to follow along. It is aimed at young ones from the age of 3 – 6 years old. It is never too early to start.
Grab a copy of this wonderful book and help get your child started today and watch them grow under the book’s tutelage.
You won’t be disappointed. This learning tool should be a staple in any household.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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