Just Like Grandma
Just Like Grandma by Kim Rogers is a lyrical picture book published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2023. This 32-page edition, written in English, follows Becca as she observes her grandmother engaging in various creative activities, from beading moccasins to dancing and playing basketball. Through these shared moments, Becca expresses her desire to emulate her grandmother, highlighting the bond between them.
Readers will find a celebration of family and multigenerational relationships within the narrative. The story explores themes of creativity and connection, showcasing how Becca learns from her grandmother while discovering new aspects of her life. The book also includes an author’s note and a glossary, enriching the reading experience. With its focus on Native American culture and the joys of family life, this picture book offers a heartfelt glimpse into the importance of role models in a child’s life.
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Winner of the Charlotte Zolotow Award and an Ezra Jack Keats Award Honor Book.
In this lyrical picture book by Kim Rogers (Wichita), with illustrations by Boston Globe-Horn Book Honoree Julie Flett (Cree-Métis), Becca watches her grandma create, play, and dance–and she knows that she wants to be just like Grandma.
Becca loves spending time with Grandma. Every time Becca says, “Let me try,” Grandma shows her how to make something beautiful.
Whether they are beading moccasins, dancing like the most beautiful butterflies, or practicing basketball together, Becca knows that, more than anything, she wants to be just like Grandma.
And as the two share their favorite activities, Becca discovers something surprising about Grandma.
Features an author’s note and glossary.
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