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The Yellow Áo Dài Hardcover – Picture Book, April 25, 2023

by Hanh Bui (Author), Minnie Phan (Illustrator)
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Lovingly illustrated by Minnie Phan, Hanh Bui’s debut picture book, The Yellow Áo Dài, is a warm story of family, identity, and remembering those who came before.

Naliah is excited to perform a traditional Vietnamese Fan Dance at her school’s International Day. When she finds that her special áo dài no longer fits right, she goes to her mom’s closet to find another.

She puts on a pretty yellow one―only to accidentally rip it while practicing her dance. She’s horrified to discover that this was a very special áo dài that her grandmother had worn to dance at the Mid-Autumn Festival in Vietnam.

But with a little help from her mom’s sewing kit and her grandmother’s loving legacy, Naliah learns not only how to mend the yellow áo dài but also how to believe in herself and make it her own.

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  1. Reading age
    3 - 6 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Lexile measure
    AD600L
  5. Dimensions
    10.4 x 0.35 x 10.25 inches
  6. Publisher
    Feiwel & Friends
  7. Publication date
    April 25, 2023
  8. ISBN-10
    1250842069
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1250842060
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Praise for The Yellow Áo Dài:

"This simple, lyrical, touching story took me to a place that I did not know but to emotions that belong to us all. I will not forget it and its lesson of confession, forgiveness, and love." ―Jane Yolen, award-winning author of Owl Moon and over 400 other books for children

"A truly heartwarming story of mother and daughter, generations and traditions, and ultimately forgiveness and unconditional love that will make you want to share this wonderful book with someone you love. " ―Mary Rand Hess, New York Times bestselling author

"Heartwarming ... Lovely illustrations, using subtle colors and graceful lines to define the characters and express Naliah’s shifting emotions, concluding with joy and contentment. A picture book celebrating immigrants and their families’ cultures." ―Booklist

"Vietnamese ­culture is beautifully honored through Phan’s expressive, cheerful ­watercolors. ­... Naliah’s story teaches readers about the importance of family and culture in forming identity. ... Would pair especially well with Eva Chen’s I Am Golden, Joanna Ho’s Eyes that Kiss in the Corners and ­Nabela Noor’s Beautifully Me." ―School Library Journal

"Bui weaves a tender tale of a family honoring memories and heirlooms but also creating new traditions. Phan’s buoyant and beautiful illustrations convey the protagonist’s emotions. ... A charming contemporary celebration of family and heritage." ―Kirkus Reviews

"An accident turns into a glimpse at family history in this reassuring picture book ... Phan’s digital illustrations twine the protagonists’ arc with images of flora and fauna that befit the story’s inventive conclusion, and Naliah’s emotions are playfully mirrored by a small rabbit sidekick, gentling moments of tension." ―Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Inspired by her first teacher at the refugee camp, Hanh Bui pursued a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and taught second grade before becoming a full-time mother to three children. She also served as a Development Officer for Senhoa Foundation in support of women and children who survived human trafficking in Cambodia, and has served on boards supporting children and parents in building community. Hanh’s commitment to celebrating her heritage includes giving presentations in school visits about her refugee experience to children studying immigration as part of their school curriculum. She serves as co-chair of the Equity and Inclusion Team for the Mid-Atlantic region of SCBWI, and has been featured in Highlights For Children magazine, Next Avenue and Forbes. She is the author of The Yellow Áo Dài and Ánh's New Word.

Minnie Phan is a queer Vietnamese American cartoonist and illustrator born in Stockton, CA, and raised across the Bay Area. Her parents were among the last wave of Vietnamese refugees to arrive in the early 90s before immigration was restricted from the region. Her father’s first job was as a migrant farmer and before finishing the 5th grade, she attended five elementary schools. When she decided to go to art school, she received her parent’s full disapproval. Luckily, with the support of her older sister, she earned a BFA in illustration and put down roots in Oakland, CA, where she's resided for 10 years. Her work ranges from editorial illustrations to comics, animation, and picture books. She values inclusive image making and diverse storytelling; she hopes for all children to see themselves as whatever they dream: artists, scientists, doctors, and more. When she's not illustrating, she teaches comics to youth in the Bay Area and advocates for safer streets for bicyclists. The Yellow Áo Dài is her debut picture book.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Feiwel & Friends (April 25, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250842069
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1250842060
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD600L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.4 x 0.35 x 10.25 inches
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    Inspired by her first teacher at the refugee camp, Hanh Bui pursued a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and taught second grade before becoming a full-time mother to three children. She also served as a Development Officer for Senhoa Foundation in support of women and children who survived human trafficking in Cambodia and has served on boards supporting children and parents in building community. Hanh’s commitment to celebrating her heritage includes giving presentations in school visits about her refugee experience to children studying immigration as part of their school curriculum. She serves as co-chair of the Equity and Inclusion Team for the Mid-Atlantic region of SCBWI, and has been featured in Highlights for Children magazine, Next Avenue, Guest Blog on Fuse #8 School Library Journal. She is the author of The Yellow Áo Dài and Ánh's New Word.

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    Minnie Phan is an illustrator and writer based in Oakland, CA. Her work has been featured by Google, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the San Francisco Public Library, for which she illustrated a citywide reading campaign in 2022. She is the illustrator of several picture books including The Yellow Áo Dài, written by Hanh Bui, and Simone, written by Pulitzer Prize winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen. Follow her on Instagram @minnie_phan.

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What a beautiful and sweet intergenerational story!
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What a beautiful and sweet intergenerational story!
What a beautiful and sweet intergenerational story! Naliah accidentally rips her mom’s áo dài rehearsing the Fan Dance for International Day at school. What will her mom’s reaction be? I love the intergenerational connections Mom shares about Naliah’s grandmother and the beautiful metaphors in both text and images of butterflies, flowers, frogs and more. Such a heartfelt and heartwarming book! I think THE YELLOW ÁO DÀI is a much-needed addition to your home and school library!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Super cute and fun
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Bought this for my friends new baby. I read it and thought it was so cute with the illustrations and the sweet story of a family’s history. Very cute.
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5.0 out of 5 stars What a beautiful and sweet intergenerational story!
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What a beautiful and sweet intergenerational story! Naliah accidentally rips her mom’s áo dài rehearsing the Fan Dance for International Day at school. What will her mom’s reaction be? I love the intergenerational connections Mom shares about Naliah’s grandmother and the beautiful metaphors in both text and images of butterflies, flowers, frogs and more. Such a heartfelt and heartwarming book! I think THE YELLOW ÁO DÀI is a much-needed addition to your home and school library!
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5.0 out of 5 stars What a beautiful and sweet intergenerational story!
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2023
What a beautiful and sweet intergenerational story! Naliah accidentally rips her mom’s áo dài rehearsing the Fan Dance for International Day at school. What will her mom’s reaction be? I love the intergenerational connections Mom shares about Naliah’s grandmother and the beautiful metaphors in both text and images of butterflies, flowers, frogs and more. Such a heartfelt and heartwarming book! I think THE YELLOW ÁO DÀI is a much-needed addition to your home and school library!
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Nancy L.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful story
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2023
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I gave this book to my 3 year neighbor. Her mother read it to her and the little girl wanted to hear it again! Hanh Bui did a beautiful job writing this lovely story about a little girl who loves to dance but finds herself with a problem. Her mother helps her solve this problem. A fun story to read and contains themes for multi-generations, honesty, and love. Nice, job Hanh and the illustrations are fun!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet story with darling illustrations
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2023
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I've been making an effort to read my children to books about other cultures. This is a sweet story about a family heirloom with darling illustrations. My daughter liked it so much it made it into her "special stack" to read again and again.
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Julie
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2024
With beautiful illustrations, lyrical writing, and a sweet message about learning to believe in yourself, this book is one to read again and again. Through this family heirloom, Hanh Bui teaches young readers empathy, compassion, courage and love.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story!
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2023
Such a beautiful story featuring wonderful illustration. I had the pleasure of winning this book and it did not disappoint. I loved it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Stunning, Heartwarming Read!
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2023
This stunning picture book is an intergenerational story about family, traditions, and taking responsibility for your actions. I absolutely love Bui’s lyrical, lovely text and Phan’s delightful illustrations. Together, they offer a beautiful window into Vietnamese culture. I also love the back matter which has notes from the author and illustrator along with their family pictures. This is a heartwarming read on so many levels. Highly recommend for schools, homes, and libraries.
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5.0 out of 5 stars poignant and beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2023
This is a sweet story about pride of culture and learning lessons. Buy it for the beautiful art; read it over and over for the beautiful messages.
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