"Goldfish and Chrysanthemums" by Andrea Cheng tells the story of a young girl named Hanh, a first-generation American who navigates her cultural identity and family dynamics against the backdrop of her Chinese heritage. As she struggles with fitting in, she finds solace and connection through her love for her grandmother, who introduces her to traditional customs and meaningful rituals. The goldfish symbolize adaptability and resilience, while chrysanthemums represent both beauty and transience. Through Hanh's experiences, readers explore themes of belonging, the immigrant experience, and the delicate balance between embracing one’s roots and forging a new identity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2013 by Lee & Low Books Inc .

Andrea Cheng is the daughter of Hungarian immigrants, and grew up among extended family -- all Holocaust survivors. She lives in Cincinnati.