Little Bessie Lee is on a mission to save the pandas! The adventures of Teeny Houdini come in short, easy-to-read chapters full of hilarious illustrations—a favorite series for building confident readers!

When Bessie and her class take a field trip to the zoo, they get to meet someone very special: Xiao Qi Ji, a baby panda! But when Bessie learns that pandas are in danger, she has to do something to save them.

Everyone in her class is working on a plan to help the pandas, yet only one group will get to present theirs at the panda showcase. With some extra-strong magic, Bessie will make sure her team’s plan is the best. Will that be enough to save the pandas?

Teeny Houdini, also known as Bessie Lee, is an overly excited, mischievous first grader who bounces off the walls—and off the page—with her volume, enthusiasm, and grand ideas, which are just too big for her tiny frame. Bessie’s multigenerational Chinese American family is the warm center of the stories, from exasperated but loving big sister Bailey to the always encouraging and understanding Gramma.

Kid-friendly and engaging, the Teeny Houdini series is a good fit for early chapter book readers.

As a bonus, kids learn the real and simple steps to a different magic trick in each book. In book three, Bessie demonstrates how to use a rope to make a Bear Knot.Zoe expertly captures Bessie’s heart and humor in black-and-white illustrations that perfectly complement the laugh-out-loud funny text.

Can one teeny magician with a big heart make an even bigger difference?

Funny School Story: From a chaotic zoo field trip to a panda showcase that goes hilariously wrong, first grade has never been this much fun.
Lovable Chinese American Heroine: Meet Bessie Lee, a girl whose grand ideas and magical mischief are supported by her loving, multigenerational family.
A Mission to Save the Pandas: Inspired by the real baby panda Xiao Qi Ji, Bessie and her friends learn about teamwork, compromise, and making a positive impact.
Learn a Real Magic Trick: Follow the simple, illustrated steps to master the “Bear Knot,” a fun rope trick you can perform yourself!

Teeny Houdini #3: The Giant Panda Plan

Teeny Houdini #3: The Giant Panda Plan