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'The Interpreter' is a story about children who act as translators for their parents

NPR's Book of the Day

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This chapter examines the unique challenges faced by children who act as informal interpreters for their non-English speaking parents in immigrant families. It highlights the emotional toll and social pressures they experience, featuring insights from the picture book 'The Interpreter' by Olivia Abtahi.

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