A Cup of Happy: Capybara Bubble Tea by Helen H. Wu

Today's read is something I've been excited to dive into for awhile, now. The bright colors and very cute creatures on the cover had me smiling the second I saw this book. And bubble tea? Well, that just happens to be a year-long favorite of my youngest daughter. There's no way I was going to let this one pass me by without a peek.

So, let's see what goodness it holds!

A CUP OF HAPPY

CAPYBARA BUBBLE TEA

by Helen H. Wu

CapyFun

Children's Animal Fiction

16 pages

ages 3 to 8

COMING...

AUGUST 5th!!!

A whimsical adventure of creativity and teamwork as capybara friends explore bubble tea and celebrate life’s simple joys.
Join Capy, Cali, and Cavin, three curious and adorable capybara friends from the peaceful planet Capyzenia, on a whimsical Earth adventure! In this heartwarming tale filled with cute, kawaii art, the trio sets out to create their own bubble tea, learning through fun hands-on experiments and teamwork. With the help of new Earthling friends—a turtle, a bunny, and a duck—the capybaras discover the value of creativity, embracing differences, and cherishing life’s simple joys. Through trial and error in cooking, they not only master the art of bubble tea but also explore the importance of friendship and sharing a “cup of happy.”
Written and illustrated by Helen H. Wu, A CUP OF HAPPY: CAPYBARA BUBBLE TEA is perfect for capybara fans and readers who love stories about exploration, making new friends, and celebrating uniqueness.
Featuring engaging educational back matter, readers will discover:
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✔️ Fascinating facts about capybaras, the world's largest and most easygoing rodents.
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✔️ The rich history of tea, milk tea, and bubble tea, tracing its cultural roots across the world.
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✔️ A fun, kid-friendly homemade fruit bubble tea recipe, perfect for young boba lovers to try at home!
This adorable book inspires young minds to embrace creativity, try new things, and savor the little moments that bring us all together.

GOODREADS    /     AMAZON

MY TIDBITS

Good feelings and cuteness shift into overdrive in an adorable read, which teaches a little about capybaras and bubble tea, too.

This book slides into good vibes pure and lets that shine on every page. The capybaras are adorable and very friendly, and this comes across constantly. To add an interesting twist, they start out in space. Yep, these capybaras come from another planet...which sounds a little odd, maybe, but it works thanks to the bright colors and sense of fantasy it brings in. Together, the capybara trio wants to create a yummy drink. Here, the little scientist in me has to smile, since the tale shows that experimentation doesn't always lead to immediate results, but it takes time and mistakes before the goal is reached. (So, a valuable message).

Each page pops with bright colors and echoes fun to keep the smiles going. The text is kept short...usually about four lines or so...and works nicely as a read aloud or for more sure readers to tackle on their own. Either way, the shortness of the read also makes it a good choice for more reluctant readers. While I did wonder if this shorter length would mean less of a tale, it really doesn't.

Of course, the plot is relatively simple and straight forward, but there's quite a bit of goodness included. First, as mentioned above, there are the messages surrounding trial and error as well as sharing. Then, the author adds in little tidbits about capybaras. This is further deepened in the last pages with some capybara facts. Also, readers learn about bubble tea. At the end of the book, there is more information surrounding tea and a recipe to create a simple bubble tea at home.

It's a super cute, short, has a couple wholesome messages, and delivers facts along the way. Add the positive vibes, and it's a lovely read.