by Michelle Sterling
Illustrations by Dung Ho
A Paula Wiseman Book
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
2022
32 pages
ISBN: 978534496606
Based on her father's stories of growing up in the Philippines, Michelle Sterling presents a sweet story of poor, young Ren--too little, too young to help with the preparing the pineapple cakes and dumplings for the Lunar New Year. Ren is a bit distraught. She wants to help.
Ren hears it over and over from her mother, her baba, her aunt, everyone tells her she's too young, but her brother Charlie comes home to save the day. Charlie shows her how mix and roll the dough. Soon the house is filled with delicious aromas and Ren's extended family. Everyone gathers to eat, share and celebrate. Ren learns the best part of the Lunar New Year is her family and she is thankful.
The recipe for Sterling's family's pineapple cakes is included. Beautiful artwork by Dung Ho will win over both readers and award committees. The warmth of the family and love is captured in every illustration. Kudos to Dung Ho!
Highly recommended ages 3 and up. This picture book should be in every collection.
No comments:
Post a Comment