The Year of the Book
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
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.
Andrea Cheng Book order (chronological)
Andrea Cheng crafts narratives that explore themes of family, identity, and cultural heritage, often drawing from her upbringing within an extended, multilingual household. Her literary approach is characterized by warmth and gentleness, weaving elements of multiculturalism and linguistic diversity into her stories. Through both her writing and illustrations, she creates a sense of depth and understanding that resonates with young readers and their families. Cheng's work reflects a profound appreciation for storytelling and the intergenerational sharing of experiences.
Marika
- 153 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Scholastic Trade Paperback, copyright 2004 with 154 pgs. "I would be an explorer, a scientist, a writer. Did Andras really think that a man named Hitler in Germany would stop me?" In 1944, the Nazie invade Hungary, and Marika's family is forced into hiding. As her world shatters around her, the concerns of Marika's childhood suddenly seem very small and far away. Unspeakable acts of anti-Semitism are everywhere. Now Marika will need to call upon her sharp intelligence and an unexpected core of strength and courage-to keep herself and her family alive.