Illustrated by Kathryn Mitter
Rating: Very Good
Albert Whitman, 2009, $16.99
ISBN: 978-0-8075-1734-5
Age/Grade Level: Ages 5-8
This is a story of the traditional American holiday, Thanksgiving, through the eyes of a young Vietnamese girl whose family traditions vary from those of some of her classmates. It tells of her desire to have turkey on Turkey Day rather than her well-loved family tradition, duck. The heartwarming conclusion gives insight into the many other traditional meals had by American children at Thanksgiving other than turkey. It is cultural understanding delivered to an early school-age audience. The illustrations are bright and soft. This is a story children can relate to and will follow easily.
Reviewer: Elisabeth Ellis, OCPL/Stanton
