Things I Like About Grandma by Francine Haskins

Story and pictures by Francine Haskins

An African American girl tells of her close relationship with her grandmother.

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Francine Haskins celebrates the warmth of the African American family and community as she shares loving stories of time spent with her grandmother. Together they go to church, visit friends at the Senior Citizens home, and do their errands around town. They take a trip downtown and even do "boy things" like watch football with Grandpa! Grandparents and children everywhere will enjoy sharing this read-aloud treasure.

32 pages

Full-color illustrations

9 1/4" x 8"

Ages 6 and up

"The artwork's deliberately childlike style complements the first-person perspective of this tale, which will trigger smiles of recognition and lend itself to family sharing." —School Library Journal

"A touching and loving tribute to grandmothers everywhere." —Child's Play

"Things I Like About Grandma provides excellent role models…. The lively text and colorful illustrations emphasize the joys of sharing everyday activities with another generation." —MultiCultural Review

Things I Like About Grandma

Paperback
ISBN-13: 978-0-89239-123-3
ISBN-10: 0-89239-123-5
$7.95

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