Some books are mirrors, reflecting characters that readers can relate to, while others are windows, offering a view of someone else's world. These picture books artistically illustrate the ways that immigrant families from different parts of the world observe traditions from their homelands.
A Different Pond by Bao Phi, illustrated by Thi Bui
A boy and his father go fishing in the early morning hours and then make a meal of the fresh carp they catch.
A Different Pond is a Caldecott Honor Book inspired by author Bao Phi’s childhood in Minneapolis. Phi’s simple story realistically portrays a Vietnamese family making a new home in the United States while thoughtful illustrations by Thi Bui convey some of the complexities of life for immigrants and refugees.