Wednesday, March 31, 2010

You and Me and Home Sweet Home by George Ella Lyon


Lyon, George Ella, You and Me and Home Sweet Home. Atheneum Books for Children. 2009. PICTURE BOOK. Down on their luck and living at the back of her aunt’s place with their clothing in sacks, a young girl and her mama dream of a place to call their home. But when some people from the local church offer to build them a home, their dreams become a reality.

A touching story about how much the gift of service can mean to someone. Readers will be forever changed by this heartwarming tale of service, friendship, and family. EL(1-2). ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Kira M, Youth Services Librarian, HUN Public Library

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