Ruby's Wish

Ruby's Wish

Author: Shirin Yim Bridges

Illustrator: Sophia Blackall

What is a tradition?

Customs or beliefs passed on from generation to generation.

Open Ended

What are some things Ruby's family does that is different from your family?

Ruby's Family

• Live in China

• Wear traditional Chinese clothing

• Go to school in the home

• Girls usually don't go to/finish school

• Boys have multiple wives & they all live together in the same home

• Kids get red envelope of money on New Years

• Write in Chinese