Grandma’s Gloves by Cecil Castelucci

Castellucci, Cecil.  Denos, Julia.  Grandma’s Gloves, 32 pages. Candlewick, 2010.  PICTURE BOOK.  $15.99.  Language-G; Sexual Content-G; Violence-G;  This book is about a little girl, her grandmother, and their love of gardening.  Grandma is always on her knees in the dirt, with her gardening gloves on, talking to her roses.  A very special bond is developed between the two of them.  When her Grandmother’s health declines, and she eventually passes away, the little girl the girl inherits her grandmother’s gardening gloves. This is a beautifully written and illustrated story that teachers about love, goals, and the circle of life.  The storyline pulls at one’s heartstrings, and helps the reader to remember the important things in life.  We loved this book, and were touched at the sentiment and emotion involved in the plot.  We discussed many aspects of life at the conclusion of the book, especially the importance of the relationships in our lives!  EL (K-3)  ADVISABLE.  Reviewer: SL