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Brandon Makes Jiaozi: Simplified Chinese Paperback – October 25, 2023

by Eugenia Chu (Author), Helena Chu Ho (Illustrator)
5.0 out of 5 stars 12 ratings
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Mommy surprises Brandon with his grandma, Pópo (婆婆), and grandpa, Gōnggong (公公), when she picks him up from school one day. When they get home, the adventure begins! While Brandon and Pópo (婆婆) are making Chinese dumplings, called jiǎozi (饺子), Brandon makes a mess and he and Pópo (婆婆) have a good laugh! They chat and bond over the experience, and Brandon makes a big surprise which delights his whole family!

This adorable story includes some conversational Mandarin (in Simplified Chinese characters plus Pinyin pronunciation) and is written the way a real Chinese grandmother and her Chinese-American grandson would speak with each other. It is a fun read for families and schools with children who are learning, or are interested in, Mandarin or Chinese culture.

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    October 25, 2023
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    8 x 0.06 x 10 inches
  5. ISBN-10
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  6. ISBN-13
    978-1733480857
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Eugenia Chu
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 25, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 24 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1733480854
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1733480857
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.68 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.06 x 10 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 out of 5 stars 12 ratings

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Eugenia Chu is an attorney, turned stay-at-home mom, turned award-winning and best-selling author.  She is a first generation Chinese-American citizen and lives on a magical beach in Miami with her husband and son, Brandon, who is the inspiration for her stories.  She enjoys reading, writing, traveling, yoga and drinking too much coffee. She has been a presenter at numerous schools, libraries and book festivals.

When Brandon was very little, the author couldn’t find children’s storybooks to read to him which touched upon Chinese culture and which included some Chinese (Mandarin) words to teach and/or reinforce his Chinese vocabulary, so she started writing her own.  

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Brandon Make Jiaozi is an adorable story about a little boy named Brandon, who receives a visit from his grandmother all the way from China. Together they make jiaozi together. While doing so, they not only bond with one another, but they have fun while sharing a cultural family traditional. I love that my daughters and I not only learn more about the Chinese culture, but we even get to learn some simple Chinese phrases. This is such a sweet book. My girls and I want to make our own jiaozi now!
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  • crystaldoll
    5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable and educational
    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2023
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    Brandon Make Jiaozi is an adorable story about a little boy named Brandon, who receives a visit from his grandmother all the way from China. Together they make jiaozi together. While doing so, they not only bond with one another, but they have fun while sharing a cultural family traditional. I love that my daughters and I not only learn more about the Chinese culture, but we even get to learn some simple Chinese phrases. This is such a sweet book. My girls and I want to make our own jiaozi now!
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    crystaldoll
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Adorable and educational

    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2023
    Brandon Make Jiaozi is an adorable story about a little boy named Brandon, who receives a visit from his grandmother all the way from China. Together they make jiaozi together. While doing so, they not only bond with one another, but they have fun while sharing a cultural family traditional. I love that my daughters and I not only learn more about the Chinese culture, but we even get to learn some simple Chinese phrases. This is such a sweet book. My girls and I want to make our own jiaozi now!
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  • Lieve Snellings
    5.0 out of 5 stars how lovely
    Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2024
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    Chinese kids in the US and in English speaking countries must love this book, recognize themselves in the story words
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  • Nerva
    5.0 out of 5 stars Silly and adorable book
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2025
    Format: Hardcover
    Brandon Makes Jiǎo Zi is a story of a little boy who makes Chinese dumplings with his grandmother. An adorable and positive story on how we can make mistakes, learn and grow from it. We enjoyed the antics displayed by Brandon just like his family. The sentences are written in one language and then in another which helps us in familiarizing the characters' expressions. I also appreciate the glossary at the end with all the words used. It is a short picture book and recommend for kids aged 4-9.
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  • MP
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for your classroom or home library
    Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2025
    Format: Paperback
    I read this book to my 2nd graders. They loved that the author wrote the story about her son, Brandon. Her sister is the illustrator. My class said the drawings were simple, but good and realistic. The author surprised us when Brandon make dumplings into an art piece. My class also loved that this book is in two languages. Students of all backgrounds can relate to this book as dumplings are a popular food in many cultures. I recommend this book for your classroom or home library. My class read the Chinese words aloud as many of them can read Chinese.
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  • Marissa
    5.0 out of 5 stars My Students Loved It
    Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2024
    Format: Paperback
    "Brandon Makes Jiaozi" is an absolute delight from start to finish! This heartwarming story captivated both the kids and me. They were fully engaged as we followed Brandon's journey to make traditional Chinese dumplings with his grandmother.

    The story beautifully weaves in cultural elements, offering a glimpse into family traditions and the joy of cooking together. The adorable illustrations are colorful, playful, and incredibly charming — they truly brought the story to life. The kids loved pointing out the little details on each page.

    Beyond its entertainment value, the book also offers a meaningful lesson about patience, perseverance, and the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren. It’s a wonderful way to introduce young readers to Chinese culture in a fun and relatable way.

    I highly recommend *Brandon Makes Jiaozi* for classrooms, libraries, and family storytime. It’s a sweet reminder of the love shared through food and family traditions. We’ll definitely be reading it again and again! 🍜❤️
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  • Armecia
    5.0 out of 5 stars My students enjoyed this book
    Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2025
    Format: Kindle
    My students enjoyed listening to this book!
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  • SnoopyGirl22
    5.0 out of 5 stars I’m hungry for more!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2023
    Format: Paperback
    This is such a cute and wholesome story. I loved making dumplings with Brandon and his grandma and could definitely feel the love between them. As a reader, you feel like you are there in the kitchen, even if you don’t have any dumplings to eat! You’ll want to run to the store after reading this so you can join in the family fun. I also love how there are sprinkles of Chinese throughout! It adds an additional layer of fun (and education) to this lovely book!
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  • Reens
    5.0 out of 5 stars A sweet book
    Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2023
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    This is such a sweet and lovely book celebrating Chinese culture and family bonds. It follows Brandon and his grandma making jiaozi together and enjoying them. It's a simple story that is full of love and culture and you can even learn some Chinese words and expressions along the way. A great way to share about Chinese culture for little ones and will make your mouth water at the same time.
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  • Loads of Books
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bonding with Grandma
    Reviewed in Canada on November 8, 2023
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    Love that this book is now in Simplified Chinese.
    This adorable bilingual story highlights the special relationship between a grandma and her grandson. Brandon and his grandma (Pó Po) make Chinese dumplings (Jiǎo Zi) together while making great memories, full of fun and laughter. I love how the author brilliantly included the pinyin/character elements into the story, so you are reading in Chinese and English together, just like you would if you spoke both languages at home. The illustrations are so cute and complement the story well. Both children and adults will enjoy this book, and it's a great introduction to Chinese culture and language. Well done!
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