When her maternal grandfather comes from China, Helen, who is biracial, develops a special bond with him, despite their age and language difficulties. Cheng's story hints honestly at the difficulties of resettling an aged, non-English speaking relative, and in velvety colors, Zhang's acrylics paint the growing relationship with simple integrity' - Booklist 'An affecting and tender addition to multicultural and intergenerational literature' - School Library Journal'
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When her maternal grandfather comes from China, Helen, who is biracial, develops a special bond with him, despite their age and language difficulties. Cheng's story hints honestly at the difficulties of resettling an aged, non-English speaking relative, and in velvety colors, Zhang's acrylics paint the growing relationship with simple integrity' - Booklist 'An affecting and tender addition to multicultural and intergenerational literature' - School Library Journal'