Coolies

by Yin

Book Overview

Shek marvels at the new world as he and his brother, Little Wong, arrive in California. Along with hundreds of other workers, the brothers are going to build a great railroad across the West. They... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0399232273
• ISBN13: 9780399232275
• Release Date: February 2001
• Publisher: Philomel Books
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 12.3" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5

Customer Reviews

Historic Story of Early Chinese-Americans

Delightful story of two young boys who leave China and travel to US to earn money to send home. It begins because a grandmother is trying to teach her grandson the importance of honoring their ancestors. The story is told by the young boys as they take us on the voyage, into the work camps and show us a glimpse of the predujices they faced in America. It shows of the love the two boys have for each other and how they sacrifice to see to each others needs during this hard time. In spite of what they face, the boys remain optimistic.The illustrations are beautiful.

Jake from Ashley River Creative Arts El.

The Chinese came from China. The Chinese were working hard on the railroad. When they found out they were getting cheated, they went on strike. I like Chris Soentpiet's pictures because they are outstanding.

Trevor from Ashley River Creative Art EL.

The illustrations brought the book to life. My favorite part was when the boy went down in the cliff to put the dynamite in the rocks because I thought he would lose a finger from the dynamite. The pictures were so cool. I give the book 5 stars. The book was incredible!

Branden From Ashley River Creative Arts El.charle

The part I like about Coolies was when they went to put the dynamite on the edge of the cliff. Chris Sentpient is my favorite Illustrator because he writes good book. I gave you 5 stars.

Great Chinese History

Coolies is the historical (1865) story (told by a Grandmother to her grandsoon) of two Chinese brothers who are shipped off to work in America on the Transcontinental Railroad because of the Taiping Rebellion. This is a heart-warming story about how the brothers took care of each other and earned money to help their family survive back in China. The illustrations are wonderful! This is a great book to read for enjoyment and educational purposes. The brothers' story is a wonderful example of how one should value and support his/her family.