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Sugar in Milk

Author: Thrity UmrigarIllustrator: Khoa Le

A young girl goes to stay with her Auntie and Uncle, adapting to profound changes in her life. These changes mirror a more traditional tale of mercy sought from a king. An emotionally sophisticated story that challenges thinking around the plight of those seeking sanctuary, and that engenders empathy.

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  • Khao Le: winner of the Grand Prize, Samsung KidsTime Authors Award
  • Own Voice
  • South Asian representation
  • Middle Eastern representation