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Three Keys

By Kelly Yang
Series: Front Desk
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Three Keys by Kelly Yang follows Mia Tang and her friends as they face challenges in defending immigration rights and managing the motel they work at. Set against the backdrop of a Californian town dealing with political turmoil, the story weaves a tale of friendship, courage, and the power of speaking up for what is right. It’s an inspiring narrative about empowerment and advocacy for young readers.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in stories about friendship, resilience, and the immigrant experience. Set against the backdrop of the early 1990s, it follows children navigating the challenges of fitting in and fighting for what's right in the face of adversity and injustice. This inspiring tale is filled with heartwarming moments and teaches important lessons about empathy and standing up for oneself.

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Mia Tang thinks she's going to have the best year ever: 1. She and her parents have a motel. 2. She gets to run the front desk. 3. She's finally getting somewhere with her writing. But, on a rollercoaster of challenges, Mia will need all her determination to hang on tight...

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The story of Mia, and her family and friends at the Calivista Motel, continues in this powerful, hilarious, and resonant sequel to the award-winning novel Front Desk.

Mia Tang thinks she's going to have the best year ever:

1. She and her parents have a motel.
2. She gets to run the front desk.
3. She's finally getting somewhere with her writing.

But, on a rollercoaster of challenges, Mia will need all her determination to hang on tight. If anyone can find the key to getting through turbulent times, it's Mia Tang.

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  • Three Keys
    The story of Mia, and her family and friends at the Calivista Motel, continues in this powerful, hilarious, and resonant sequel to the award-winning novel Front Desk. Mia Tang thinks she's going to have the best year ever: 1. She and her parents have a motel. 2. She gets to run the front desk. 3. She's finally getting somewhere with...
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Three Keys by Kelly Yang has received praise for its engaging storytelling and the way it addresses important social issues, particularly immigration and cultural understanding. The book is celebrated for its compelling characters and heartwarming themes that resonate with both children and adults. Readers appreciate how the story blends humour and heart, making it accessible while educating about real-world challenges.

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ISBN: 9781913311155

Publisher: Knights Of Media

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Knights Of Media

Audience: Children

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Weight: 300g

Pages: 352

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kelly Yang Series: Front Desk Young Adult

About the Author

Kelly Yang is the author of Front Desk, which won the 2019 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature and was chosen a Best Book of the Year by multiple publications, including NPR, the Washington Post, and the New York Public Library. Kelly's family immigrated to the United States from China when she was a young girl, and she grew up in California, in circumstances very similar to those of Mia Tang. She eventually left the motels and went to college at the age of 13, and is a graduate of UC Berkeley and Harvard Law School. She is the founder of The Kelly Yang Project, a leading writing and debating program for children in Asia and the United States. Her writing has been published in the South China Morning Post, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Atlantic. To learn more about her and the Front Desk books, visit frontdeskthebook.com.

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