About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling to manage a packed schedule or feeling the weight of letting others down. As Peichi balances the excitement of Chinese New Year with her schoolwork and her role in her cooking business, Dish, she learns that overcommitting has real consequences for herself and her teammates. It is a relatable look at the stress of balancing personal heritage, social life, and responsibilities. This gentle realistic fiction story explores themes of accountability and teamwork through a culinary lens. Perfect for middle graders (ages 8 to 12), it provides a helpful framework for discussing how to prioritize tasks and why communicating with friends is essential when life gets overwhelming. It is an excellent choice for kids who take on too many extracurriculars or those who need a model for graceful conflict resolution.
