This book does not look like much from the outside, but contains a story that is well suited for history-hungry 2nd through 4th graders. The images alternate between color paintings of a man talking to his great-granddaughter, and black and white images from his early life escaping poverty in Italy to life as a child laborer and eventually student in America. ( )

A great-grandfather uses a collection of artifacts to teach about his journey from Italy to the United States and his struggles as a new immigrant.

A lovely story, beautiful drawings, and a wonderful idea. ( )

Everyone should go buy this book. If you enjoy history and a love of family, you will really enjoy reading this book with your kids! The way the grandfather describes his past to his grand-daughter just hit me in my soul. This is my favorite book I've read in my college career and I will be keeping it in my collection to read to future generations! 5 stars! ( )

excellent grandfather/granddaughter tale about the grandfather's past and growing up in Italy and the hardships he and his family faced on his way to an around North America. - Recommended ( )