About This Book
"New from Here" is a timely and poignant middle-grade novel that follows Knox, a young boy whose family relocates from Hong Kong to Northern California during the initial outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The story explores the challenges of adapting to a new country and culture, the anxieties surrounding a global health crisis, and the universal desire for belonging. Kelly Yang masterfully weaves together themes of family resilience, cultural identity, and finding your place in an uncertain world, making it an excellent read for children aged 10-14. It offers a relatable perspective on a shared historical moment, fostering empathy and discussion.
"Knox works to keep his family together as they move from Hong Kong back to northern California during the initial outbreak of the coronavirus."--
Concepts
illness
anxiety
Discussion Prompts
1
How did Knox feel about leaving Hong Kong, and how did those feelings change as he settled in California?
2
What challenges did Knox and his family face because of the pandemic, and how did they overcome them?
3
How does the book show different ways people react to big changes and uncertainty?
4
Have you ever had to move or start somewhere new? How did you cope with the changes?
5
What does "keeping his family together" mean to Knox, and how does he try to do it?
External Reviews
NYT Bestseller
Children’s Middle Grade Hardcover (3 weeks on list)
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