Noodle Magic

About this book

Grandpa Tu is famous for his special noodles, and as the emperor's birthday approaches, he teaches his granddaughter, Mei, the family trade. Mei struggles to find the magic needed to make noodles. Ultimately, she finds the magic--and the ability to succeed--within. Mei doesn't just make noodles--her magic noodles in varied shapes and sizes rain down from the sky!

NOODLE MAGIC is written in the style of a Chinese folk story, with engaging cultural and community aspects. The family connection that's at the heart of the story has universal appeal. The grandfather and granddaughter work together to accomplish what one could not do alone. Meilo So, whose BRUSH OF THE GODS received four starred reviews, brings the story to life with beautiful, breathtaking illustrations.

Reviews

Praise for BRUSH OF THE GODS (written by Lenore Look and illustrated by Meilo
So)
*"Stunning ... artwork brings to life ancient China." --SCHOOL LIBRARY
JOURNAL, starred review

*"The richly colored artwork is stunning in both its scope and particulars; inky
calligraphy brushstrokes accent people and place." --BOOKLIST, starred review

Praise for WATER SINGS BLUE (written by Kate Coombs and illustrated by Meilo
So)
*"So's watercolor spreads are supple and filled with life ... the evocative descriptions
and images echo and linger." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, starred review

Praise for ROUND IS A MOONCAKE: A BOOK OF SHAPES (written by
Roseanne Thong and illustrated by Grace Lin)
"Thong cleverly uses a concept book to celebrate Chinese culture. ... Tipping its hat
to both the melting pot and ethnic pride, this makes an enchanting primer for children
of all backgrounds." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLY