The Handkerchief Quilt by Carol Crane

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Crane, Carol, The Handkerchief Quilt. Sleeping Bear Press, 2010. PICTURE BOOK.

In a little town where every day begins at 7, a town school’s pipes break and everything freezes over. With little money to replace school books and supplies, a teacher comes up with the idea to make a handkerchief quilt. Using the handkerchiefs students had given her over the years, she enlists the help of the community to make a quilt. With determination and loving care, the quilt is bought up by a museum and a school is saved.

An endearing, true story about a teacher and her love for the community. The illustrations are well-done, the story is inspiring. A good read aloud for parents and teachers who wish to inspire their students. EL (K-3). ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Kira, Youth Services Librarian, HUN Public Library.