BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
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Henry's family loves plants and gardening. Henry struggles to help plants grow even when he follows his mom's instructions perfectly. Henry's mom becomes sick with a serious illness. Can Henry find a way to care for the garden and have hope while his mom is away?
Joseph tells a beautiful story about having hope when life is difficult. The illustrations are eye-catching and vibrant. The text is limited to a few sentences per page. Planting Hope handles the topic of an ill parent in a very gentle and kid friendly way.
Henry is an early elementary aged boy between 1st and 3rd grade. Henry and his parents are black.
Tracie, Elementary School Librarian
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