Happy Tuesday everyone!
We are kicking off another week at La Casa Azul Bookstore with a review of a
great children’s book.
This week’s book is Grandmother,
Have the Angels Come? by Denise Vega, illustrated by Erin Eitter Kono.
“Grandmother, have the
angels come…” So begins this heartwarming story dealing with the bond between
that of a grandparent and grandchild. With a whimsical and musical tone, the
grandmother of this story answers the many questions her granddaughter asks
about aging and whether she will always be by her granddaughter’s side. The
reader as well as the granddaughter feel the warmth of the responses by the
grandmother which not only explain aging but also reassures the granddaughter
that their love will keep them united forevermore. The beauty of the writing in
this story is only surpassed by the brightly colored and brilliant
illustrations all of which combined evoke the feeling of being wrapped around
in the safety and warmth of a grandmother’s embrace. This story is perfect both
for children and for adults who share in memories of grandparents or other
elders we hold dear.
Think this is a great
book? Make sure to keep an eye for it and other great finds in our children’s
section.
A reminder that this
book, and all of the Hidden Gems can be found
at La Casa Azul Bookstore.
- Galia, School Programs Coordinator
- Galia, School Programs Coordinator
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