Happy
Tuesday everyone!
Welcome to another edition of Hidden Gems. This week we will
be reading another great story, Abuela’s
Weave by Omar S. Casteñeda, illustrated by Enrique O. Sanchez.
There
is a special bond that often draws grandchildren to their grandparents. In Abuela’s
Weave, we see that bond between Esperanza and her grandmother. Esperanza’s
grandmother has taught young Esperanza the art of weaving, which is growing
ever more rare in the age of factories and machines. For weeks they weave
pieces to sell at the big Fiesta de Pueblos in Guate, but will the pieces they
make be able to stand out among the many that are made in the factories? This
story is touching and demonstrates how a special skill is not only something
that can be passed from one generation to the next but is a gift that is to be
treasured.
Being
an admirer of folkloric artistry, this story also served to show the love
bestowed on these pieces by their makers and makes me appreciate the
individuality that each demonstrates. If you ever see pieces like these make
sure to ask the stories behind them, as I am sure they won’t disappoint.
Think
this is a great book? Make sure to keep an eye for it and other great finds in
our children’s section.
-
Galia, Schools Program Coordinator
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