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Visiting Day is based on true events from the author‘s childhood. This picture book tells the story of family love- the unconditional love the child has for her father who is imprisoned; the strength and love of the grandmother to her grandchild she‘s taking care of, and to her son in prison. Delicate subject matter told beautifully, with great accompanying illustrations.
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A young girl and her grandmother prepare for a very special day--the one day a month they get to visit the girl's father in prison. Sumptuous illustrations!

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Jacqueline Woodson doesn‘t shy away from tough topics. She and James Ransome draw on life experiences to tell a story that needs to be shared. A much needed addition to children‘s literature.

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“And in the early evening, if it‘s a little chilly outside, we can sit out back bundled up in blankets and make each other laugh as we make big plans for when Daddy comes home again.”

Genre: Historical Fiction
This is a great book to show children that not everybody‘s lives are the same. Some people have to go through different hardships. This is also a good book to show that no matter what is happening, your family is still your family and you should always love them no matter what.

Genre: Historical Fiction
This is a sad, but also very realistic story for many children. I loved the storyline of this book and the pictures do a great job with helping to tell the story.