My Footprints by Bao Phi

From Caldecott Honor–winning author Bao Phi comes a powerful picture book for ages 5–9 about bullying, courage, and celebrating what makes you different.

Thuy feels “double different.” She is Vietnamese American, and she has two moms. After a bully’s cruel words on a cold winter day, Thuy walks home feeling angry and alone. But when she notices animal footprints in the snow, her imagination lifts her into a world where she can fly like a bird, run like a deer, and roar like a bear. By the time she reaches home, Thuy begins to see herself in a new way—strong, brave, and full of power.

From Bao Phi (author of the Caldecott Honor–winning A Different Pond), this moving and imaginative story celebrates identity, family, and finding the courage to be yourself. With lyrical storytelling and stunning illustrations, this heartfelt picture book reminds readers that our differences are what make us strong and that love always leads us home.

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Capstone Editions
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 1, 2010
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 168446000X
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1684460007
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.7 ounces
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 9 years
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.31 x 11 inches
• Grade level ‏ : ‎ 2 - 3