Like a Dandelion
Huy Voun Lee, illustrated by Huy Voun Lee
A young Cambodian girl adjusts to life in the United States after leaving a refugee camp with her mother. The story uses a dandelion as a metaphor for their arrival in unfamiliar surroundings. Across the seasons, the girl begins to grow into her new home and forms friendships. By the end, she describes herself as strong and giving, and the illustrations show her making a connection with another newcomer. An author’s note discusses dandelions in many cultures.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.
