Age Group: 3 - 6 Years, 6 - 9 Years

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Description: Lydia Grace Finch arrives in the gray city with a suitcase of seeds to live with grumpy Uncle Jim, a baker, during tough Depression times. In The Gardener by Sarah Stewart, she plants flowers to brighten his shop, delight customers, and spark smiles. Her secret project? A stunning rooftop garden masterpiece! Told through her cheerful letters home, with David Small's evocative illustrations, this determined girl's kindness transforms everything. A 1998 Caldecott Honor Book, it celebrates resilience, beauty, and family bonds—ideal for 4-8-year-olds dreaming big.