Broyles, Anne

For readers ready to be plunked into the underbelly of the 20th century and then uplifted by one painter’s take on its myriad social issues and politics, this is a grand start; this book could be the linchpin for an upper elementary or even middle school class on the rise of labor unions, factory reforms, and other important movements that have not yet disappeared and may rise again.

A sweet portrayal of family bonds that's best shared one-on-one.

K-Gr 2—Arturo and his Abue Rosa (grandmother) prepare to decorate their Navidad tree in this gentle bilingual story...