Alvin Ho

By Lenore Look

Subjects: Chinese Americans, Humorous stories, Juvenile Fiction, Self-confidence, Parties, Camping, Fear, Brothers and sisters, fiction, Interpersonal relations, Schools, fiction, Fiction, Children's fiction, Schools, Friendship

Description: ALVIN HO IS an Asian American second grader who 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 he's a very loud superhero named Firecracker Man, a brother to Calvin and Anibelly, and a gentleman-in-training, so he can be just like his dad.From the author of the ALA Notable Ruby Lu series comes a funny and touching chapter book--perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers-- that introduces a truly unforgettable character.From the Hardcover edition.