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Page 1 of 9  Review HighlightsFor full reviews use index Kirkus Reviews A heartwarming picture book presents age-old Tibetan medical traditions with a modern, positive, community-based twist…. uplifting and informative… Publishers Weekly The story... turns on two charming ideas: that of a child using ancient wisdom to restore the health of a relative, and that of a sterile American suburb becoming as close-knit as a Tibetan village. School Library Journal
the rich, jewel-toned paintings do a wonderful job of supplementing the text...
This heartwarming story is full of details and images that show what life might be like for a Tibetan-American child. Any second- or third-generation immigrant family will relate to the blending of two cultures, and all readers will relate to Tashi’s concern, fear, and desire to help.Booklist Tashi’s narrative flows smoothly, gracefully introducing Tibetan words and customs...An excellent supplement for multicultural and family studies, this upbeat story provides a rare look at Tibetan American culture. Shambhala Magazine
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