The Keeping Quilt

Written by: Patricia Polacco

Illustrated by: Patricia Polacco

Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers 1988, ISBN 0-671-64963-9

A homemade quilt ties together four generations of a Jewish immigrant family holding fast in faith and love. 

This is a tender story that weaves the importance of tradition and hope for future generations.

Submitted by: Jenell McKee

The Relatives Came

Written by:  Cynthia Rylant

Illustrated by:  Stephen Gammell

Aladdin 1985, ISBN 0-689-71738-5

This book shares a fun family vacation with relatives.  The book also is a great mentor text for writing with its unexpected use of words and techniques to show the passage of time.

Submitted by:  Erin Donovan