Sparrow Girl

Ming-Li wants to be a farmer, but no one takes such a small girl seriously. When everyone in her village sets out to drive the sparrows from the land – blaming them for eating too much seed – she decides to take a stand to save some birds. In the end, she proves she has the spirit and wisdom to be a true farmer. This picture book, based on true events, will be out at the end of the year.

Hyperion Books
Hardcover, 40 pages
$16.99