A Different Pond by Bao Phi

A Different Pond is about an immigrant family from Vietnam, with storytelling and traditions highlighted as a way to help the youth stay connected to their family’s past.

PTSD trigger warning: The dad in this story is a veteran who served with his brother in the war. If you are a war veteran, like me, a small portion of this story may trigger thoughts and feelings related to your own experiences while fighting for your country. Please give yourself space to process them before you share the story with your students.

Possible Strategies for Instruction 

Comprehension

• Set Purpose for Reading

Accuracy

• Use Picture Clues
• Use Prior Knowledge and Context

Expand Vocabulary

• Tune in to Interesting Words