Three young children whose parents immigrated to the United States (from Senegal, Puerto Rico and Taiwan) are featured in this appealing photo-essay which allows the children to speak for themselves about what they are learning from their parents and grandparents. In an author's note at the end of the book, Kuklin explains her intent: "...to show how families impart a sense of identity to their young children." The book concludes with a simple recipe from each child's culture. (Ages 4-7)

Sanu (mother born in Baltimore, father born in Senegal), Eric (mother born in New York City, father born in Puerto Rico), and April (both parents born in Taiwan) live in New York City. Their families live with one foot in America and one in another country. These first-person accounts illuminate the uniqueness of ethnic tradition and reveal how it is fostered and adapted within a family. Full-color photos. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.