I love books that let me peek into other places, other cultures. This is a good one. ( )

Taiwan.

I just can't bring myself to like this. Subtle & quiet is good, but this was just drab, almost depressing. But honestly, that's my opinion. I do like the concept & theme, and I do encourage you to investigate it for yourself. Probably best for those about 6, as the littlest ones might not be able to relate, and it's probably too 'babyish' for independent readers. ( )

This is a story of a little girl's adventures as she walks to the local grocery store to buy eggs for her family's dinner. It is a simple story and one children can relate to. Shau-yu observes all the things around her along the way and the author carefully chooses his words to show her playful nature. He is also the illustrator of the book. ( )

Une petite fille doit sortir pour aller acheter des oeufs. En débulant dans la ville, elle rêve, réfléchi et s'invente des jeux... Un des rares albums présentant la ville chinoise (Taiwan) actuelle ( )