About This Book
This sensitive chapter book tells the story of Oy, a Thai American third-grader, as she adjusts to a new neighborhood and school. She struggles with feelings of loneliness and exclusion when her classmates tease her for her cultural background and unique gold-threaded dress. The narrative gently explores the pain of being an outsider and the courage it takes to find your voice and make friends. It's a wonderful book for opening conversations about empathy, cultural differences, and the importance of self-acceptance, offering a hopeful message about overcoming social challenges.
When Oy and her Thai American family move to a new neighborhood, her third-grade classmates tease and exclude her because she is different.
bullying
discrimination
Discussion Prompts
1
How do you think Oy felt when her classmates teased her? Have you ever felt that way?
2
What does it mean to be a good friend? How could Oy's classmates have been more welcoming?
3
Why do you think the gold-threaded dress was so important to Oy? What special items do you have?
4
How did Oy show bravery and resilience in her new school?
5
What can we learn from Oy's story about accepting people who are different from us?
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