Ann Chau
My Ong Ngoai's Garden: Cal’s Guide to Vietnamese Fruits and Culture (A Children's book celebrating Vietnamese culture and food)
Share
TV Promo
Book description
Follow Cal as he explores his grandpa’s garden and learns about delicious fruits commonly found in Vietnam. This colorful and heartwarming picture book offers insights about Vietnamese culture and shows how food can help bring people together.
Book highlights:
- While My Ông Ngoại’s Garden is written in English, it features both English and Vietnamese translations of fruits.
- Brightly colored images of fruits to spark children's interest.
- This book is perfect for children ages 2-5 and even adults!
Testimonies
-
Parent
“I like that this part explains how preparing food is an act of love because sometimes it's not always said.”
-
Kirkus Reviews
"...Cal and his grandfather connect through food, and discussing food is one way Ong Ngoai passes culture and tradition down to his grandson."
-
Educator
"I read through the book and it was so familiar and touching. This is so amazing, I'll be sharing it with my family, friends, and students! My grandma loved reading the book too! It's helping her learn English."
-
Assistant Professor of Sociology at Williams College
“Thanks for a colorful reminder of all the fruits I adore, and I hope [more families] can enjoy this love letter to our heritage.”
Subscribe to our emails
Subscribe to our emails to be the first to hear about upcoming events & book launches!
Blog posts
View all-
Building Community Through Stories at the Asian...
Ann ChauThis summer, I shared My Ông Ngoại’s Garden at the Asian Garden Mall Night Market, where meaningful conversations, cultural celebrations, and new friendships reminded me how children’s books can build...
Building Community Through Stories at the Asian...
Ann ChauThis summer, I shared My Ông Ngoại’s Garden at the Asian Garden Mall Night Market, where meaningful conversations, cultural celebrations, and new friendships reminded me how children’s books can build...
-
Bringing My Ông Ngoại's Garden to the Festival ...
Ann ChauFrom storytime at the Festival of AAPI Books to meeting fellow authors and local artists, read about a memorable day celebrating AAPI literature, community, and representation at the Michelle Obama...
Bringing My Ông Ngoại's Garden to the Festival ...
Ann ChauFrom storytime at the Festival of AAPI Books to meeting fellow authors and local artists, read about a memorable day celebrating AAPI literature, community, and representation at the Michelle Obama...
-
Join Me for Storytime at the FAB Festival! 📚
Ann ChauOn Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., I will be hosting a live storytime at the free FAB Festival at the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library in...
Join Me for Storytime at the FAB Festival! 📚
Ann ChauOn Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., I will be hosting a live storytime at the free FAB Festival at the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library in...
-
My Interview with Little Saigon TV is on Youtube
Ann ChauCatch my latest interview on Little Saigon TV! Watch the YouTube replay for an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming diverse children's book releases.
My Interview with Little Saigon TV is on Youtube
Ann ChauCatch my latest interview on Little Saigon TV! Watch the YouTube replay for an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming diverse children's book releases.