BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - OPTIONAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
A group of girls learn from their grandmother about how the earth provides everything we need. Grandmother teaches that the rocks are alive with wisdom and they know everything. Crystals have special healing powers, and water can break even the largest rocks. The land is very special.
Garcia's illustrations are full of vibrant color, highlighting not only the beautiful rocks and crystals, but also the girls learning about them. I liked the implication that knowledge is passed down through the women. Back matter includes interesting rock facts and author notes. The characters are Mexican American.
Lisa Librarian
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