A review by jordanmae23
A Different Pond by Bao Phi

5.0

This book should be in every classroom. Not only does it show the love that exists between a father and son duo who have to go fishing every morning for their food, but it shows the reality of families that may not be familiar to you. The illustrations show a realistic lower-income home in the early 80s and kids who have to stay home while both parents go to work multiple jobs. The story is not a story of struggle but rather a story of those doing what they need to do but also finding joy in the in-between moments such as sitting around the dining room table together at the end of the day.