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Book Synopsis: A timeless classic that will enchant readers who love Jennifer L. Holm and Thanhhà Lại, about an immigrant girl inspired by the sport she loves to find her own home team—and to break down any barriers that stand in her way.
Shirley Temple Wong sails from China to America with a heart full of dreams. Her new home is Brooklyn, New York. America is indeed a land full of wonders, but Shirley doesn't know any English, so it's hard to make friends. Then a miracle happens: baseball! It's 1947, and Jackie Robinson, star of the Brooklyn Dodgers, is a superstar. Suddenly Shirley is playing stickball with her class and following Jackie as he leads the Brooklyn Dodgers to victory after victory.
With her hero smashing assumptions and records on the ball field, Shirley begins to feel that America is truly the land of opportunity—and perhaps has also become her real home.
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Step into the remarkable world of "In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson." This extraordinary tale will transport you to Brooklyn, New York in 1947, where a young immigrant girl named Shirley Temple Wong embarks on a journey of empowerment and friendship.
Join Shirley as she navigates her new life in a land filled with wonders but without the comfort of knowing the language. Through her passion for the sport of baseball, an unexpected miracle occurs. The legendary Jackie Robinson, baseball superstar, becomes her beacon of hope.
Experience the thrill of watching Shirley play stickball and witnessing Jackie Robinson conquer the field, breaking down barriers and shattering assumptions along the way. As Shirley becomes more involved with Jackie's extraordinary achievements, she begins to believe that America truly is the land of opportunity.
Let "In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson" ignite your imagination and inspire you to break through any obstacles that stand in your way. Embark on this captivating journey as Shirley finds her home team and discovers her true potential in a land that becomes both extraordinary and familiar.
Don't miss out on this timeless classic that will appeal to fans of Jennifer L. Holm and Thanhhà Lại. Unleash your passion, embrace the power of diversity, and experience the joy of triumphing against all odds. Start your adventure today!
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