Eleven-year-old Anna heads off to sixth grade, leaving the comfort of elementary school behind and entering the larger, more complex world of middle school. Surrounded by classmates who have their roots all in America, Anna begins to feel out of place and wonders where she belongs. When Anna takes a trip to China, she not only explores a new country and culture, but finds answers to her questions about whether she is more Chinese or more American. This young illustrated chapter book is the third in the series that includes The Year of the Book and TheYear of the Baby.

Andrea Cheng writes picture books and middle grade and young adult novels, and also teaches English as a Second Language and children’s literature. She walks daily near her Ohio home. Visit her at www.andreacheng.com.Patrice Barton’s talents were discovered at age three, when she created a mural with a pastry brush and Crisco. She lives in Austin with her family. Visit her at www.patricebarton.com.