5 stars
A delightful picture book celebrating the intergenerational love between a child and her grandmother.
While her parents wait for the new baby to arrive, Julia visits her grandmother’s house near Mexico City. There, she experiences the magic of her grandmother’s home and the magic of her grandmother herself. Through homesickness, joy, and comfort, Grandma is there for it all. Through their time together, she teaches Julia about kindness, love, and family.
This is such a sweet story told through gentle text. The artwork is lovely as well. Interspersed throughout the illustrations are poems by de Regil’s great-grandfather, written in her grandmother’s handwriting. These intergenerational details add an additional heartwarming element to each page.
A wonderful read to celebrate love and learning from family.