"Austin's visit to his grandmother's is the first since Grandpa died. Austin notices Grandpa's things but feels the emptiness of his absence. ...
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May 07, 2010
Beth
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I was doing bus duty the other morning and a bus driver handed me a copy of this book that had been found on the bus. I had it half done before all the buses had arrived. it is a very early chapter book. The story tells of a young boy who has loved visiting his grandparents on their farm each summer. Grandfather has now died and he has reservations about going back to visit without him there. It is nicely done as it weaves Austin's memories of Grandfather in to his new relationship with Grandm
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Dec 19, 2009
Judi
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Austin has always spent his summer vacation at his grandparent's farm. His grandfather taught him to fish, to ride a tractor, and to pick blackberries in the dark. This year is going to be different though--his grandfather died in the spring, and Austin and his grandmother have to figure out how to go on together without the person they both miss most. This story is slow, but satisfying. A good choice for kids who like realistic fiction and want to see how someone lives through a difficult situa
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Sep 12, 2008
Duane
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Austin is spending his first summer at his grandparents place after losing his grandpa. Him and his grandmother help each other overcome the loss that tugs at both of their hearts. This is a short book with illustrations so a beginner reader should have no problems enjoying this book.
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