WATERCRESS

WATERCRESS by Andrea Wang. Illustrated by Jason Chin.

Watercress by Andrea Wang is a powerful read set in rural Ohio. Wang writes from her personal memories of picking watercress alongside country roads with her immigrant parents. It's a book of desiring to fit in but receiving a glimpse into her parents' past. Watercress won the 2022 Caldecott Medal.

Heads Up- It is clear (though they don't come right out and say it) that in the mother's past a brother died due to famine.

Alongside Activity- see if you can get your hands on some watercress. Talk to someone who has a clean spring. Chances are there may be watercress around. Tuck a little on a corner of a sandwich to try. It does have a strong taste, so start slowly!