About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to bridge the gap between your child's comfortable daily life and the invisible labors of love performed by their elders. It is especially resonant for families who want to honor the immigrant experience and foster a sense of gratitude for the sacrifices made by previous generations. The story follows young Katie, who follows her grandmother, GninGnin, to her job at a crab cannery. While Katie expects an adventure, she instead discovers the grueling reality of manual labor: the loud noises, the sharp shells, and the physical toll of a long workday. It is a poignant, realistic look at working class life that avoids being overly heavy by grounding itself in the sensory delights of a shared home-cooked meal. This book serves as a beautiful entry point for discussions on empathy, family history, and the different ways we show love through hard work and resilience.
