Goldfish and Chrysanthemums by Andrea Cheng

Goldfish and Chrysanthemums by Andrea Cheng

A Chinese American girl helps preserve her grandmother's childhood memories of China by creating a special garden for her in America.

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.

Andrea Cheng is the author of various children's novels, including the critically acclaimed Anna Wang middle-grade series, which critics describe as soft, accessible, and just perfect. Her books will continue to inspire readers even after she passed away in 2015. Andrea Cheng's website is andreacheng.com.