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The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon is like a mug of hot tea on a snowy day. It warms your soul and sparks the imagination. The characters are memorable and Grace Lin’s lyrical storytelling and gorgeous illustrations are sure to make this an instant beloved classic for families and classrooms everywhere.

In this episode of the Adventures in Learning podcast, Grace Lin delves into the inspirations behind her new book, The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon. From the mysterious stone spirits known as gongshi to a young lion cub named Jin, Grace's storytelling weaves ancient lore with contemporary themes of connection and community. She shares insights on creating tangible reading experiences, the role of children's literature in fostering hope and empathy, and her excitement for an upcoming book tour filled with interactive activities. Tune in for an episode that promises insight, inspiration, and a touch of magic.

Chapters with Timestamps:

0:36 Read Aloud from The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon

3:40 Exploring the intriguing world of Chinese gongshi

5:59 Braiding multiple stories into parallel narratives

7:35 Planting seeds of inspiration

10:25 Themes of connection and community

13:06 The power of illustrations in crafting a tangible book experience

16:08 Summer PD Ad

17:08 The fireflies that change the landscape of night

19:40 Heroes that are more than an "est"

21:30 Join the Grace Lin book tour

23:30 Check out the Quick Culture Ideas, Downloads, and Classroom Connections for The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon

26:12 Planting seeds of hope and joy

Links:

Pre-order The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon

Follow Grace Lin on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook

Grace Lin's Official Website

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