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antlersantlers's review against another edition
Alicia has been on a real Patricia Polacco kick lately, so when I was pulling Easter display books I decided to read it. There are so many things about this story that are so entirely lovely. Not only is Polacco's illustration so beautiful, but her storytelling is perfect. The story is drawn from her youth, when she hung out with two neighborhood boys and went to church with them and their grandmother. They decide to buy her a hat she's been admiring, and end up in a misunderstanding with the shop owner. Because this story is pulled from her own experience, she seamlessly blends cultures into a beautifully nuanced little story that never feels forced or clunky.
I've shied away from PP's books in the past because they're so so so so long and wordy, but they're always worth it.
I've shied away from PP's books in the past because they're so so so so long and wordy, but they're always worth it.
thebookcure's review against another edition
4.0
I love Patricia Polacco, her stories are unique and beautiful.
vcmc's review against another edition
5.0
Such a warm, gentle beautiful book. It explores family, culture, gift-giving, love with a deft subtlety. A book to keep and re-read often.
hlminton's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars I love Patricia Polacco's books & I'm looking forward to reading the new follow up to this one.
mmattmiller's review against another edition
5.0
Another wonderful story by Patricia Polacco- and another true one! I love that her stories are based on truth, with so many based on her own life or the lives of her family members! This is a great one about doing the right thing, doing a nice thing for others, and relationships with people. Loved it :)
beecheralyson's review against another edition
5.0
What a beautiful story! Both in text and illustrations. Love Polacco's drawings.
luann's review
4.0
Patricia Polacco shares with us another memory from her childhood. A great book for sharing around Easter.
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