A Child's Garden: A Story of Hope by Michael Foreman

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Foreman, Michael,  A Child’s Garden: A Story of Hope. Candlewick Press, 2009. PICTURE BOOK.

When a small boy’s home is reduced to rubble and a barbed wire fence separates him from the hills he like to play on with his father, the boy gets sad and lonely. Until one day when he finds a small plant still living in all of the rubble. With a surge of hope, the young boy nurtures the plant and it grows and grows until it covers the whole fence.

An inspiring story that strikes hope into the hearts of its readers. The illustrations are in black and white, but still bring the story to life. The text is simple, but heartwarming. Readers who like historical fiction and inspirational stories will enjoy reading this book. EL (K-3). ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Kira M, Youth Services Librarian, HUN Public Library.