Brief reviews and thoughts about children's and young adult books by Minnesota authors (or illustrators), or about Minnesota. If I get the urge, it may also include ideas for using the books in the classroom. The emphasis is on books published since 1995, but don't be surprised if an oldie-but-goodie slips in occasionally.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Opa and Oma Together
Opa and Oma are the family nicknames for grandparents who have shared a long life together on their farm. Together, they raised seven children, a variety of farm animals, and good crops from the fields. Now they teach the same lessons to their grandchildren. Written and illustrated Minnesotans Patrick Mader and Andrew Holmquist, this will introduce young readers to the values learned from a close-knit family.
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