On the way to Unhei's first day of school, a group of kids on the school bus make fun of her name. When she gets to class, she refuses to tell anyone her name, deciding that she wants to choose an American name instead.
Mei Mei loves to think and write and talk…in Chinese. But at her school in New York City, everything happens…in English.
Tony is not looking forward to his family's annual picnic at Liberty Island in October. Nevertheless, his grandmother insists that they maintain the tradition of celebrating her birthday with Lady Liberty.
Product description: Every morning, Lucy tiptoes into her grandmother's room to wake her with a gentle tickle. Little Mamá always remembers to tickle Lucy right back!
Gita has made friends in her adopted home, but is now faced with the possibility of returning to India where most of her relatives still live.
Juan Felipe Herrera shares memories of the time he spent with his grandmother at the local flea market in this uplifting story.
Product description: Baking is always a treat, particularly when you throw family and fun into the mix.
Product Description: Chersheng's grandfather is beginning to forget things: little things like turning off the water faucet and big things like Chersheng's name.
A young man travels from his native Japan to the vast country called America before returning to visit his home with his bride.