By: Ambreen Ahmad
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Hassan had a problem. His grandmother was unlike any of the grandmothers he had ever seen! Her looks were different, her dress was different, and she even spoke differently. They were family but it was like they came from two different worlds. Hassan worried what his friends would think if they met her. ‘She is so strange,’ Hassan thought, until he discovered his grandmother’s secret strengths.
This book is a great way for a family to talk about their heritage and the different parts of their families that are all still a part of who they are.
The book's premise involves a kid in a (presumably) western country's first meeting with his grandmother from 'the old world.' A great book for parents looking to have a conversation with their kids about multiple cultures they are a part of, or to try and connect them more with family from other parts of the world. We enjoyed it a lot.
I received this book as a gift, and what a great gift it was! A heartwarming and relatable story that my small kids and I truly enjoyed. Hasan’s mixed feelings about his Nani Ama — loving her but feeling embarrassed by their cultural differences were so real...and easy to understand and relate to even for my children as South Asians living abroad. The story explores important themes like family, identity, and pride in one’s heritage, all while keeping it fun and engaging with (relatable!) food and laughter. A lovely read that most immigrant families will relate to!
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