Goldfish and Chrysanthemums

"In this warm story of inter-generational love, a girl re-creates a piece of her grandmother's childhood home in China. This portrait of a caring family resonates with scenes of sharing and togetherness. The rich golds, greens, and browns of the oil paintings add to the spirit of warmth and security. Use this book in multicultural and family story programs."

"Cheng's story of intergenerational connection is a sweet one. . . a good choice for older storytime audiences or collections in need of culturally different stories."

"The telling is direct, and the message about bringing happiness to those one loves is clear. Chang's artwork conveys both the action and the deep familial love without ambiguity. . . Best for larger libraries or ones with immigrant populations that can really appreciate ties to a faraway place."

"The story is warmhearted. . . the obvious affection among the various family members make Nancy's efforts both touching and credible, and the not-so-far-fetched conclusion is quietly but solidly satisfying."