Ly-Lan and the Missing Tooth Fairy
by Hà Dinh
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Pub Date 2 Jun 2026 | Archive Date 30 Jun 2026
Zonderkidz-Books | Zonderkidz
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Description
Sometimes it’s hard to wait! In this third book in the Ly-Lan Finds a Way chapter book series about a daughter of Vietnamese immigrants, Ly-Lan loses a tooth, but the Tooth Fairy doesn’t visit her that night. Now she has to solve a mystery (where is the missing Tooth Fairy?) while learning patience and finding a way to thrive.
Everyone in Ly-Lan’s class seems to be losing teeth lately, but Ly-Lan only has one that is just a little bit loose. Then she bites into a mooncake that she got from the Mid-Autumn Festival, and it suddenly falls out! When she puts it under her pillow for the Tooth Fairy and it’s still there the next day, she declares the Tooth Fairy must be missing. Ly-Lan rallies her friends to help look for the Tooth Fairy, but the adults are less helpful. They keep talking to Ly-Lan about patience and God’s timing. There are more questions than answers in this mysterious case, but Ly-Lan will not rest until she has answers!
Ly-Lan and the Missing Tooth Fairy:
- is the third in a series of illustrated chapter books about the irrepressible Ly-Lan
- is written by Vietnamese American author Hà Dinh, creator of HappyDaysinFirstGrade.com and @hellomrsdinh on Instagram
- tackles familiar themes like friendship, overcoming obstacles, and navigating changes and challenges in life with grace
This series is perfect for kids ages 6-10 or reluctant and emerging readers just starting to read chapter books on their own.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780310176039 |
| PRICE | $8.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 96 |
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Average rating from 7 members
Featured Reviews
Thank you #NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC read of Ly-Lan and the Missing Tooth Fairy in return for my honest review and opinion on this book.
I really enjoy the stories of Ly-Lan and her friends and I really enjoyed this read.
When Ly-Lan loses a tooth the tooth fairy goes missing. Her and her friends come up with a plan to find the tooth fairy.
Ly-Lan and her friends adventures are always such a good read and I cant wait till my daughter is a little older so I can purchase these books for her.
Donna M, Reviewer
I thought that this was a fun book to read! The story was well written and it was easy to read and understand.
I loved that the book had a few Vietnamese words in it too and the English translations in the story and at the end.
The illustrations in the book were great and they brought the story to life too.
My daughter enjoyed the book and I loved the message about being patient, working together to solve the mystery and believing.
It is 4 stars from me for this one - highly recommended!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this book! I love this series so much. This book especially was great to read aloud with the kids because its got some nods to adult humor in it. LyLan wants to lose a tooth because everyone in her class seems to be losing them. She finally does and then the tooth fair doesn't come. Not once, but TWICE. 2 nights in a row the tooth fairy is MIA so she thinks she's missing and she sets up a search for her. The adults are all giggling in the background and I loved that. It was such a fun time with the girls. My only complaint is that I wish there was a pronunciation guide for the Chinese bits inserted. I love that they're there but I have a hard time reading them aloud without butchering it. I would highly recommend.
Ly-Lan and the Missing Tooth Fairy by Hà Dinh is a charming and thoughtful story that perfectly captures the wonder and little worries of childhood.
The illustrations are beautiful and truly bring the story to life, adding another layer of charm that keeps children engaged from beginning to end.
My daughter really enjoyed this book, and I loved the message it shares about patience, working together to solve a mystery, and believing—even when things don’t go as expected. The lesson is delivered in such a gentle, natural way that it feels both impactful and comforting.
Overall, this is a warm, engaging, and magical read that families will absolutely treasure.