Heres the sixth book in the beloved and hilarious Alvin Ho chapter book series, which has been compared to Diary of a Wimpy Kid and is perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers.

Alvin, an Asian American second grader whos afraid of everything, is taking his fears to a whole new levelor should we say, continent. On a trip to introduce brand-new baby Ho to relatives in China, Alvins anxiety is at fever pitch. First theres the harrowing 16-hour plane ride; then theres a whole slew of cultural differences to contend with: eating lunch food for breakfast, kung fu lessons, and acupuncture treatment (yikes!). Not to mention the crowds that make it easy for a small boy to get lost.

From Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling illustrator LeUyen Pham comes a drop-dead-funny and touching series with a truly unforgettable character.

Shares with Diary of a Wimpy Kid the humor that stems from trying to manipulate the world. Newsday

Alvins a winner. New York Post