A Different Pond
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As a young boy, Bao and his father awoke early, hours before his father's long workday began, to fish on the shores of a small pond in Minneapolis. Unlike many other anglers, Bao and his father fished for food, not recreation. A successful catch meant a fed family. Between hope-filled casts, Bao's father told him about a different pond in their homeland of Vietnam. Thi Bui's striking, evocative art paired with Phi's expertly crafted prose has earned this powerful picture book numerous starred reviews and awards.
Hear more from author Bao Phi in this 2022 interview with Minnesota Public Radio.
Culture/Community: Vietnamese / Vietnamese American
Heritage & History: Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage and History
Book Awards: Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature & Honor Books, Caldecott Medal & Honor Books
Themes for Children: Bicultural Kids, Family and Friends, Places to Visit, Science, Nature, and the Outdoors, Immigration
Format: Picture Book
Audiobook: No
Age Level: 6-9
Book Series: Water Fun: Books for Young Children, Let's Go Outside!: Books for Young Children, My Family and Relatives: Books for Young Children, Immigrant Stories: A New Home, Immigration Stories: Books for Young Children
9781623708030