Playing at the Border

The New York Times bestselling author of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, Joanna Ho, delivers a poignant picture book biography about the musician Yo-Yo Ma, immigration, and using music to build bridges.Winner of the Ezra Jack Keats Award Honor * Featured in Book Riot’s Must Read September 2021 List“By examining the life of Ma, whose story resonates with courage, persistence, and unity, Ho inspires readers to break barriers of their own.” —Horn Book (starred review)“Everyone can benefit from Ho’s message of music bringing calm and peace to the world.” —Booklist “Hopeful and lovely.” —Kirkus“An ambitious portrait of a storied humanitarian with a clear message of advocacy.” —Publishers WeeklyJoanna Ho’s lyrical writing and Teresa Martinez’s vibrant art weave together to tell an inspiring story of Yo-Yo Ma, who challenges conventions, expectations, and beliefs in order to build bridges to unite communities, people, and cultures. A beautiful picture book biography to enjoy and share in the h