The Gardener

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Summary: A delightful story thay wiil grow in your heart
Review: Lydia Grace Finch has been sent to to the city to live with her Uncle Jim while her family struggles with hard times. Uncle Jim does not smile and Lydia Grace finds the big city very, very big. Soon she is able to make friends with the workers at her uncle's bakery and the neiighbors in her building. With a child's enthusiasm and optimism, Lydia works to bring a little bit of the farm back home to her new city home. She also hopes to see a smile cross her Uncle Jim's face one day. Slowly, she is able to transform the roof of her apartment into a magical place and win that coveted smile. Sarah Stewart has written a delightful story of a child's optimism and the power of a smile. Davis Small's illustrations are garenteed to bring a smile to your face. A wonderful book to read aloud.

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Summary: A delightful story thay wiil grow in your heart
Review: Lydia Grace Finch has been sent to to the city to live with her Uncle Jim while her family struggles with hard times. Uncle Jim does not smile and Lydia Grace finds the big city very, very big. Soon she is able to make friends with the workers at her uncle's bakery and the neiighbors in her building. With a child's enthusiasm and optimism, Lydia works to bring a little bit of the farm back home to her new city home. She also hopes to see a smile cross her Uncle Jim's face one day. Slowly, she is able to transform the roof of her apartment into a magical place and win that coveted smile. Sarah Stewart has written a delightful story of a child's optimism and the power of a smile. Davis Small's illustrations are garenteed to bring a smile to your face. A wonderful book to read aloud.

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Summary: A Beautiful Collection of Letters
Review: Lydia Grace is not only a gardener, but a writer of letters. This lovely book is a collection of her precious letters to beloved family members, and through them her story unfolds. David Small's simple but powerful illustrations bring Sarah Stewart's story of this brave little girl to life. What a great combination of author and illustrator. Be sure to read "The Library", as well.

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Summary: this book is a must for parents' looking for young heroines
Review: Lydia Grace shows warmth and courage when she has to leave her parents during the depression and work for her uncle in the city. Her positive attitude and love of gardening is contagious. The illustrations are clever and funny. My child loved looking for the subtle wit on each page. This is a unique book and an excellent addition to any child's library.

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Summary: The Gardner
Review: One of the most touching childrens stories I have ever read. A beautiful book.

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Summary: The Gardner
Review: One of the most touching childrens stories I have ever read. A beautiful book.

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Summary: the gardener
Review: Parents be warned! I don't think you can possibly read this story to your child for the first time without crying all the way thru. The second time was a little easier, but it's so sweet! We love this book.

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Summary: The Gardener
Review: Parents be warned! I don't think you can possibly read this story to your child for the first time without crying all the way thru. The second time was a little easier, but it's so sweet! We love this book.

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Summary: A Refreshing Look at a "Depressing" Time
Review: The darkness of Lydia Grace's days did not phase her spirit. Instead of being overcome by her plight she took it upon herself to create beauty around her...to everyone's benefit. She is truly an inspiration to all parents who try to instill the value of beauty and life in their children.

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Summary: A wonderful "letter" format for young children
Review: The Gardener is now our favorite book. My three sons love to look at the wonderful illustrations. I love to garden and I have enjoyed teaching them. My children love to hear the letters Lydia writes to her family, which tell the story. In today's world, letter writing is becoming a thing of the past. Most of all, we love the ending - showing the love Lydia and her uncle developed for each other. It makes me cry every time I read it.