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The Lazy Brain Loves Hokkien Mee

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The Lazy Brain Loves Hokkien Mee

A noodle-shop adventure with Emmeline, Chip and Scruffy

Ages 3–7 · 24 pages

Emmeline is far too busy to eat — until a steaming plate of Hokkien Mee makes even the Lazy Brain sit up and pay attention. A warm, funny story about hunger, patience and the food that brings a family together.

Written by Ella Tan · Inspired by Emma Lam

  • Family food
  • Trying new things
  • Patience

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“Not hungry,” said Emmeline. Her Lazy Brain agreed.

Then the noodles arrived, hissing and steaming.

Suddenly, everyone was very, very hungry.

The Lazy Brain character waving a remote control

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