The Keeping Quilt
Book description
"We will make a quilt to help us always remember home," Anna's mother said. "It will be like heaving the family in backhome Russia dance around us at night.
And so it was. From a basket of old clothes, Anna's babushka, Uncle Vladimir's shirt, Aunt Havalah's nightdress and an apron…
Why read it?
1 author picked The Keeping Quilt as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This beautiful picture book reads like a swirling dance. I have loved following the women of this family through generations, seeing how they keep traditions alive, and living with their time as well. The people and places are drawn in a sepia tone while the quilt is painted in bright colors, which is aesthetically very pleasing to me and helps put the focus on what transcends generations.
I also love a children's book that doesn’t patronize children, can deal with more difficult matters (like illness and death…), and is hopeful without overdoing it.
From Valériane's list on children’s books about quilts.
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