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anniepatt's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
5.0
This is such a breathtakingly beautiful book.
geekwayne's review against another edition
5.0
'Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist' by Julie Leung with art by Chris Sasaki is a picture book biography of animator Tyrus Wong.
When Tyrus Wong came to this country, he had to pretend to be someone else. He spent time on his trip learning details of the boy he was supposed to be in order to be allowed to emigrate. Life in his new country wasn't easy, but he had an affinity for art. This led him to work for Walt Disney and the unique style used for the movie Bambi.
It's a complex story, but adapted well for young readers. The art is by Pixar artist Chris Sasaki and it's really wonderful. This is a great biography and tribute to Tyrus Wong, who continues to inspire new generations.
When Tyrus Wong came to this country, he had to pretend to be someone else. He spent time on his trip learning details of the boy he was supposed to be in order to be allowed to emigrate. Life in his new country wasn't easy, but he had an affinity for art. This led him to work for Walt Disney and the unique style used for the movie Bambi.
It's a complex story, but adapted well for young readers. The art is by Pixar artist Chris Sasaki and it's really wonderful. This is a great biography and tribute to Tyrus Wong, who continues to inspire new generations.
intensej's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
5.0
I never knew about paper sons or the life of Tyrus Wong before reading this book. I enjoyed the illustrations. This book was heartwarming, educational, and inspiring.
modernhobbitvibes's review against another edition
5.0
I am loving the trend of nonfiction that tells me about people like this. Glad their stories are being told. (Also? What the heck was up with that bit about him getting fired. What the hell WALT)
mugglemom's review against another edition
5.0
Wow, what an inspiring story. This children picture book is very much needed!
annetjeberg's review against another edition
5.0
I did not know Tyrus Wong, and it was a great introduction to Chinese American history. I was familiar with the paper sons and daughters, but not really how it worked. It is a disgrace how such an artist did not get the credit he deserved. Great history lesson for the kids there!
barbarianlibarian's review against another edition
4.0
put my preschooler to sleep, but it was good, and good for older kids
sam_reader_era's review against another edition
5.0
Copyright: 2019, Genre: Picture Book Biography, Non-Fiction
In Paper Son, we see (beautiful illustrations) and read about the story of Tyrus Wong as a Chinese American Immigrant and the several hardships he had to face. As he grew, he embraced the skill of art in both American & Chinese styles. As a result, he was responsible for the creation of Disney's Bambi, yet never received the appropriate recognition. (Something I just learned when reading this book.)
This book gives us a lot to talk about with students of any age. Several discussion points can be chosen as we look into the biography of Tyrus: immigration, representation, art, americanization, and much more.
In Paper Son, we see (beautiful illustrations) and read about the story of Tyrus Wong as a Chinese American Immigrant and the several hardships he had to face. As he grew, he embraced the skill of art in both American & Chinese styles. As a result, he was responsible for the creation of Disney's Bambi, yet never received the appropriate recognition. (Something I just learned when reading this book.)
This book gives us a lot to talk about with students of any age. Several discussion points can be chosen as we look into the biography of Tyrus: immigration, representation, art, americanization, and much more.
allmadhere106's review against another edition
4.0
For: readers looking for a moving picture book about the life of the Chinese American artist who gave us Bambi.
Possible red flags: immigration and immigration issues; separation of parent and child; prejudice; not getting the credit where it's due.
Possible red flags: immigration and immigration issues; separation of parent and child; prejudice; not getting the credit where it's due.