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“A witty glossary and Pham’s simple yet expressive line drawings perfectly complement this appealing story about the refreshingly original, endearing Alvin.”

—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

“Look’s . . . intuitive grasp of children’s emotions is rivaled only by her flair for comic exaggeration.”

—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things (#1)

Written by Lenore Look
Illustrated by LeUyen Pham
Published by Penguin Random House

A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.

Alvin, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything—elevators, tunnels, girls, and, most of all, school. He’s so afraid of school that, while he’ s there, he never, ever, says a word. But at home, Alvin is a very loud superhero named Firecracker Man, a brother to Calvin and Anibelly, and a gentleman-in-training, just like his dad. With the help of his family, can Alvin take on the outside world without letting his fears get the best of him?

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Primary ISBN: 9780375839146
Publication Date: July 2008
Available As: Hardcover, Audiobook, eBook
Early Chapter Book, Age 06 or older

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Setting: United States (Concord MA)

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Unknown Arrival

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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