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The Yang Family Books in Order | Wonderlit

The Yang Family

2 books · Ages 8–12

The Yang Family is a 2-book series for ages 8–12 by Lensey Namioka.

Where to Start

Yang the Youngest and His Terrible Ear

Start at the beginning: Yang the Youngest and His Terrible Ear

This is a sequential series — each book builds on the last. Start with book 1.

Reading Order

Yang the Youngest and His Terrible Ear

Yang the Youngest and His Terrible Ear

Yang the Eldest and His Odd Jobs

Yang the Eldest and His Odd Jobs2000

What This Series Covers

Love & Family Music Asian Heritage Family & Siblings School Life Immigration

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