The Yellow Handkerchief
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When a young girl feels ashamed of her family for being “different” and subconsciously blames her abuela, she gradually grows to not only accept but also love the yellow handkerchief that represents a language and culture that once brought embarrassment.
Inspired by the personal experiences of award-winning author Donna Barba Higuera and expressively illustrated by Cynthia Alonso, The Yellow Handkerchief is a lyrical, honest, and intimate intergenerational story about embracing who we are, where we come from, and the people who shape us.
Culture/Community: Mexican / Mexican American
Heritage & History: Hispanic Heritage and History
Genre: Autobiography/Memoir
Format: Picture Book
Age Level: 6-9
Book Series: Grandma and Me: Stories About Grandmothers Grandparents: Hispanic Heritage Family Stories: Hispanic Heritage
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