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Lionel wants to save Aunt Celine's bees. He feels the solution is the rooftop gardens and window boxes of his apartment neighbors in Paris.

Jonathan isn't as strong or physical as his brother and can't seem to please his beekeeper dad when he tries to help on the farm.

Focusing on Anna's journey, this prequel explores her quest to cultivate a perfect garden. As she navigates this challenge alongside a new friend, she discovers that the imperfections, like weeds, contribute to the beauty of their shared experience. This heartfelt tale introduces readers to the Anna Wang series, highlighting themes of friendship and acceptance.

The story follows twelve-year-old Anna Wang as she corresponds with her pen pal, Fan, from China, exchanging language lessons. When Anna and her friend Andee invite Fan to stay with them as an exchange student in Cincinnati, Fan's surprising response leads Anna to explore and understand contemporary Chinese family values. This journey not only enriches her cultural perspective but also deepens her appreciation for her own family.

Navigating the challenges of sixth grade, Anna grapples with her identity as she feels out of place among her American classmates. A trip to China offers her a chance to explore her heritage and culture, prompting her to reflect on her sense of belonging. This illustrated chapter book, the third in a series, continues Anna's journey of self-discovery as she seeks to understand whether she identifies more as Chinese or American.

Anna faces the challenge of becoming a good sister after her family adopts a baby girl from China. When concerns arise about the baby's health, Anna, along with her friends Laura and Camille, embarks on a science project to help. This heartwarming sequel explores themes of family devotion, friendship, and the resilience needed to navigate new responsibilities and challenges. Readers will be inspired by Anna's commitment to her sister and the strength of her relationships.

Nancy is helping Ni Ni (Grandma) in the kitchen when a letter arrives from China. Ni Ni grows sad when she reads that her childhood home is being torn down, along with the chrysanthemum-filled garden and fish pond she has always loved. After Nancy wins two goldfish at the summer fair, she comes up with an idea to keep Ni Ni's memories of the garden alive. Nancy gets to work the very next morning, and as the surprise takes shape, the familiar beauty of home brings the entire family together. Goldfish and Chrysanthemums shows us all how one young girl can make a difference in the lives of the people she loves. This tender story is a testament to the special bonds that tie us together within families and across generations

This fully illustrated chapter book follows Anna, a young Asian-American girl, as she navigates relationships with family, friends, and her fourth-grade classroom, and finds a true best friend.

The story explores the intense dynamics between two sisters in a classroom setting, highlighting the tension and scrutiny they face from their peers. The atmosphere is charged with unspoken judgments, as the quietness amplifies the sisters' presence and the thoughts of those around them. This narrative delves into themes of sibling relationships, social perception, and the complexities of growing up under the watchful eyes of others.

"You are my messenger. Look everything. Remember." Grandma Nai Nai tells eleven-year-old Xiao Mei as the girl heads off to Shanghai, China, to visit their extended family. Xiao Mei is both excited and apprehensive. She will meet many new relatives, but will they accept her, a girl from America who is only half Chinese?Xiao Mei is eagerly embraced by her aunties, uncles and cousins and quickly immersed in the sights, smells and hubbub of daily living in Shanghai. At first battling homesickness, Xiao Mei soon ventures on her own, discovering the excitement of a different way of life and a new appreciation of her Chinese heritage. When it is finally time to leave, Xiao Mei must gather up her memories and bring "a little bit of China" back home.Ed Young's exquisite drawings touchingly highlight Andrea Cheng's lyrical story of adventure, self-discovery, and the strong bonds that tie families together.