Watercress
School year: Year 1, Year 2
No. of pages 32
Published: 2021
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"Watercress" by Andrea Wang tells the poignant story of a young girl who is embarrassed by her family's Chinese heritage, especially when they stop to gather watercress along the side of the road. As her mother shares memories of her own childhood in China, the girl begins to understand the importance of her cultural roots and the significance of the watercress. This touching narrative explores themes of identity, family, and the journey toward embracing one's heritage, ultimately leading to a deeper appreciation for the connections that bind us to our past. Beautifully illustrated, it captures both the challenges and joys of growing up. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Holiday House Inc .
Jason Chin is an award-winning children's author and illustrator. He lives with his wife, also an artist, and their son in Vermont, USA.