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A Day's Work - by Eve Bunting (Paperback)

Name: A Day's Work - by Eve Bunting (Paperback)
Brand: Clarion Books
SKU: 1011486595
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In this heartwarming story about family and multigenerational relationships, a Mexican-American boy and his grandfather, who struggles to speak English and find work, reconnect through gardening.
4-7 Years
8.6" x 9.6" Paperback
32 Pages
Juvenile Fiction, Hispanic & Latino

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About the Book

"The family drama captures that universal immigrant experience in which the child must help the adult interpret the new world, while the wise adult still has much to teach the child about enduring values".--"ALA Booklist". An "American Bookseller" "Pick of the Lists". Illustrations.

Book Synopsis

In this heartwarming story about family and multigenerational relationships, a Mexican-American boy and his grandfather, who struggles to speak English and find work, reconnect through gardening.

Francisco, a young Mexican-American boy, doesn't know how to connect with his grandfather who doesn't doesn't speak English. But when the opportunity to help his grandfather find a job comes along, Francisco helps his grandfather learn about gardening. They get to learn about gardening, and each other, along the way.

Review Quotes

"Bunting perfectly captures the intergenerational love and respect shared by these two characters and the man's strong sense of honesty and integrity. Himler's softly colored illustrations reflect the feelings of the characters and setting." - School Library Journal

Specifications

Manufacturer Suggested Age: 4-7 Years

Language: English

Genre: Juvenile Fiction

Sub-Genre: Hispanic & Latino

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 32

Author: Eve Bunting

Street Date: April 14, 1997

TCIN: 1011486595

UPC: 9780395845189

Item Number (DPCI): 247-02-6016

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.1 inches length x 9.6 inches width x 8.6 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.3 pounds

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