The Magic Paintbrush

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Summary: Treasure of a Novel
Review: Award-winning Yep has proven again why he is a master of storytelling. In this treasure of a short novel, Yep offers fantasy, mystery, and family magic. Particularly strong is the characterization of the grandfather-grandson relationship. This is a perfect book for readers just taking hold of the novel. Highly recommended, especially for those with a love of intergenerational and Asian American literature.

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Summary: Charming Fantasy
Review: I was pleasantly surprised by the charm of this book. The factthat it is based on one of my favorite Chinese folktales made meskeptical, but Yep is such an excellent writer that characters in this magical fantasy charmed me. The ending gets a little schmaltzy, but it works.

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Summary: go on a magic journey with the magic paintbrush
Review: Steve is a young boy who lives with his grandfather. His parents dies and now Steve has moved in to Chinatown. He is great in art so his grandfather gives him a paintbrush that belonged to his grandfather. The brush turns out to be magical. Steves painting are brought to life when he paints them. Find out about all the adventures Steve and his grandfather have thanks to The Magic Paintbrush!



The book moved at a fast pace. The story was written well and it kept the readers attention.



The book is great for kids who are interested in fantasy, mystery, and family magic.