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Unhappy Camper Lily LaMotte

Unhappy Camper By Lily LaMotte

Unhappy Camper by Lily LaMotte


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Unhappy Camper by Lily LaMotte

Moments of humor captured through playful anime-like facial expressions and gestures propel the plot forward in whimsical fashion. The Horn Book

"With compassion, the story teaches the benefits of embracing ones identity... A worthy addition to any middle or high school library." School Library Journal

From the acclaimed creators ofMeasuring Up, author Lily LaMotte and illustrators Ann Xu and Sunmi, comes a graphic novel about two sistersone who embraces her Taiwanese culture and one eager to do away with itwho rebuild their bond at a Taiwanese American summer camp. Perfect for fans ofBe Prepared and Sisters, this is a heartwarming story about the importance of being true to yourself.

Would you rather blend in or stand out? Claire and Michelle used to be best friends, but now the two sisters couldnt be more different. Michelle will do anything to fit in, even if it means denying her Taiwanese culture, whereas Claire is proud of who she is. So much so that she decidesto becomea junior counselor at a Taiwanese American summer camp.

Sensing a rift between the two, their parents decide to send them both off to camp, much to Michelles dismay. As summer continues, both sisters learn more about their culture and each other. But Michelle must eventually decide to either embrace her culture and family or assimilate into the popular group at school. Which will she choose?

Unhappy Camper Reviews

Moments of humor captured through playful anime-like facial expressions and gestures propel the plot forward in whimsical fashion. Horn Book Magazine "With compassion, the story teaches the benefits of embracing ones identity... A worthy addition to any middle or high school library." School Library Journal

About Lily LaMotte

Lily LaMotte graduated from Hamlines Writing for Children and Young Adults program with an MFA. When she isnt writing, shes cooking up new recipes and supporting her library system as a KCLS Foundation board member. Measuring Up is her debut graphic novel. Visit her at www.lilylamotte.com. Ann Xu is an Ignatz-nominated cartoonist and illustrator. She graduated from the Maryland Institute College of Art with a BFA in illustration. Visit Ann at www.annixu.com.

Additional information

NGR9780062973894
9780062973894
0062973894
Unhappy Camper by Lily LaMotte
New
Paperback
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
2024-06-06
208
N/A
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