An Altar for Abuelo
Jan 2027 · Candlewick Press
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32
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During a celebration of her late abuelo’s life, a grandchild finds that grief spans many emotions in this sweet, child-centered tale of loss, remembrance, and enduring family ties.
Every year, Abuelo asks for the same birthday gift: his family. But this year the family must honor his birthday without him. At first, Abuelo’s granddaughter hides in the closet behind his leather jackets, taking in his spicy, minty smell, not wanting to talk to anyone. How can Tío Alvaro hum while stirring that pot of paella when Abuelo is not there to say, “Qué rico”? But then the girl remembers what Abuelo always told her: “There is nothing in this whole big world you cannot do.” He is right. She can do this. Taking a breath, she steps out to give Mamá and her cousins a long, squeezy, hug, like Abuelo—and when it’s time to make an altar filled with his favorite things, she’s ready to add some, leaving a few tears as well. Told with honesty and warmth, this heartfelt story is followed by an author’s note delving further into the nature of grief and the ways that sharing with family and community can help to ease it.
Every year, Abuelo asks for the same birthday gift: his family. But this year the family must honor his birthday without him. At first, Abuelo’s granddaughter hides in the closet behind his leather jackets, taking in his spicy, minty smell, not wanting to talk to anyone. How can Tío Alvaro hum while stirring that pot of paella when Abuelo is not there to say, “Qué rico”? But then the girl remembers what Abuelo always told her: “There is nothing in this whole big world you cannot do.” He is right. She can do this. Taking a breath, she steps out to give Mamá and her cousins a long, squeezy, hug, like Abuelo—and when it’s time to make an altar filled with his favorite things, she’s ready to add some, leaving a few tears as well. Told with honesty and warmth, this heartfelt story is followed by an author’s note delving further into the nature of grief and the ways that sharing with family and community can help to ease it.
During a celebration of her late abuelo’s life, a grandchild finds that grief spans many emotions in this sweet, child-centered tale of loss, remembrance, and enduring family ties.
Every year, Abuelo asks for the same birthday gift: his family. But this year the family must honor his birthday wi...
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About the author
Laurenne Sala is a children’s book author, storyteller, and poet. Her picture books include Mi Casa Is My Home and Mi Escuela Is My School, both illustrated by Zara González Hoang; You Made Me a Mother, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; and You Made Me a Dad, illustrated by Mike Malbrough. Laurenne Sala lives with her husband and daughter in Los Angeles.
Sónia Albert is an illustrator who loves to experiment with traditional and digital art to find a technique that perfectly matches the story. An Altar for Abuelo is her picture book debut. Sònia Albert lives in Mataró, a Mediterranean city near Barcelona.
Sónia Albert is an illustrator who loves to experiment with traditional and digital art to find a technique that perfectly matches the story. An Altar for Abuelo is her picture book debut. Sònia Albert lives in Mataró, a Mediterranean city near Barcelona.
Laurenne Sala is a children’s book author, storyteller, and poet. Her picture books include Mi Casa Is My Home and Mi Escuela Is My School, both illustrated by Zara González Hoang; You Made Me a Mother, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; and You Made Me a Dad, illustrated by Mike Malbrough. Lau...
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