Saving Sorya: Chang and the Sun Bear

A warm and heartfelt graphic novel from Penguin, Saving Sorya: Chang and the Sun Bear follows a young Vietnamese girl named Chang who dreams of protecting wildlife. Inspired by true events, the story—created by writer Trang Nguyen and illustrator Jeet Zdung—chronicles Chang’s determined efforts to rescue a sun bear cub and return it to the wild. This single-issue comic introduces readers to the real-world challenges of conservation, blending a touching narrative with vivid, nature-filled artwork. It matters as a gentle, educational entry point for young readers into environmental activism and the bond between humans and animals.