Chee-Kee: A Panda in Bearland
Description
Will Chee-Kee ever fit in?
The Loo family has traveled very far to start a new life. For little Chee-Kee Loo, everything is strange--he looks and feels so different. But when some bears find themselves in a jam, Chee-Kee might be just the right panda to save the day.
In this heartfelt and lovable story, meet Chee-Kee the panda, a one-of-a-kind in all the best ways.
Praise for Chee-Kee: A Panda in Bearland
"Rim, who based this fable on her parents' experience immigrating to the U.S. from South Korea, makes Chee-Kee's isolation touching and profound."—Publishers Weekly
"[Rim] creates a whimsical world where bears in every shape, color and size live happily together. A cute take on the immigrant experience that will appeal to young readers who themselves feel different."—Kirkus Reviews
"A simple, gentle selection that works as a good conversation starter to nurture empathy and encourage inclusion and a sense of community."—School Library Journal