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Wei Wei's Magic Cat
Paperback
Publisher Price: $19.99
Publisher: Julia Wei Deng
Published: Jul 15 2026
Pages: 56
Weight: 0.35
Height: 0.15 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
What if the bravest thing a child can do... is be proud of who they already are?
When four-year-old Wei Wei leaves China for a new life in America, her world turns upside down. The words sound different. The classroom feels strange. Even her lunch looks wrong to the other kids.
But inside her backpack is a secret source of comfort - Lorun, a soft white cat with shimmering green eyes... and a touch of magic.
Lorun doesn't cast loud spells or make problems disappear. Instead, its quiet magic helps Wei Wei do something even more powerful: find her voice, her confidence, and pride in where she comes from.
As Wei Wei faces first-day fears, unkind teasing, lonely moments, and birthday disappointments, Lorun gently guides her toward courage, empathy, and self-belief. And along the way, the children around her begin to change too.
Wei Wei and Her Magic Cat is a tender, lyrical story about:
Moving to a new country
Feeling different at school
Bullying and kindness
Cultural identity and belonging
The invisible emotional support children carry inside
Unlike typical magic stories, Lorun's greatest power isn't fantasy - it's helping children discover the strength already in their own hearts.
Perfect for readers ages 6-10, this heartfelt story is ideal for families, classrooms, and anyone helping a child adjust to change, build confidence, or embrace who they are.
Because sometimes, the real magic... is learning the power you have within!
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