About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses frustration about not being the best at something or feels overshadowed by their peers' achievements at school. It is a perfect choice for the preschooler who comes home feeling small because they haven't yet mastered common classroom skills like tying shoes or writing their name. Ling Sung is a young boy who feels like a failure because everyone in his class has a special talent except him. While his friends receive gold stars for their accomplishments, Ling Sung struggles to find his own strength until a snack-time discovery changes everything. Through a simple pair of chopsticks, he realizes that his own cultural background and daily life have given him a unique skill that his classmates find amazing. This story is a beautiful tool for building self-confidence and cultural pride in children ages 3 to 7. It validates the heavy feeling of school-day jealousy while offering a joyful resolution that celebrates diversity and the idea that every child has a hidden talent worth sharing.
