The Keeping Quilt - (Aladdin Picture Books) by Patricia Polacco (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>The author shares the story of the quilt that her great-great-grandmother and her immigrant neighbors created in long-ago New York, which has been passed down through four generations of the author's family. Full-color illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>We will make a quilt to help us always remember home, Anna's mother said. It will be like heaving the family in backhome Russia dance around us at night. <br>And so it was. From a basket of old clothes, Anna's babushka, Uncle Vladimir's shirt, Aunt Havalah's nightdress and an apron of Aunt Natasha's become <i>The Keeping Quilt, </i> passed along from mother to daughter for almost a century. For four generations the quilt is a Sabbath tablecloth, a wedding canopy, and a blanket that welcomes babies warmly into the world. <br>In strongly moving pictures that are as heartwarming as they are real, patricia Polacco tells the story of her own family, and the quilt that remains a symbol of their enduring love and faith<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>Association of Jewish Libraries Newsletter One of the most attractive and well-conceived picture books seen in recent years...It has a surprisingly emotional impact.<br><br>Booklist Useful for the sense of history it presents to young viewers (especially in discussions of geneaology), this tale also carries a warm message on the meaning of family...<br><br>School Library Journal Richly detailed charcoal drawings fill the pages of this beautifully conceived book...children will be fascinated by the various uses to which the quilt is put...<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Patricia Polacco belongs to a family of storytellers, poets, farmers, teachers, and artists. They came from many parts of the world, but mainly Russia. She grew up to be an illustrator, a designer, and creator of many beloved children's books, including <i>The Keeping Quilt</i>, <i>The Blessing Cup</i>, <i>Fiona's Lace</i>, <i>The Trees of the Dancing Goats</i>, <i>Babushka's Doll</i>, <i>My Rotten Redheaded Older Brother</i>, and <i>Sticks and Stones</i>. She lives in Union City, Michigan. Visit her at PatriciaPolacco.com and follow her on Facebook.
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