Author Profile
Karina Yan Glaser
1 Books
Karina Yan Glaser is a bestselling author of middle-grade children's literature, best known for her beloved Vanderbeekers series. Her heartwarming stories frequently center around themes of large families, community, and life in New York City. Through critically acclaimed titles like The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street, she has captured the imaginations of young readers worldwide.
Poppy Song knows how to make a classroom feel warmer: share something delicious. In Mrs. Z’s third-grade class at Curiosity Academy, Poppy brings the flavors she learned from her grandmother, Po Po, including pineapple buns, egg tarts, and other special treats.
When her classmates ask her to try making Dragon’s Beard candy, Poppy is excited, nervous, and determined. But baking is not the only thing on her mind. Since moving to Peppermint Falls, Po Po has been acting different, misplacing things and mixing up recipes she used to know by heart.
Gentle, heartfelt, and full of food and family, this illustrated chapter book follows Poppy as she tries to connect with new classmates while worrying about someone she loves. It is a warm choice for readers who enjoy school stories, family traditions, and characters who show care through creativity.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
128 Pages
