The Blue Pickup

By Natasha Tripplett, Monica Mikai (Illustrator)

A girl and her granddad revive an old pickup, uncovering stories and memories.

4.3/5 Goodreads · 277 ratings

40 pages· 650 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

In the heart of Jamaica, Ju-Girl cherishes days spent in her granddad's garage, tinkering with cars and listening to tales of his old blue pickup. Once a symbol of joy, the truck now sits idle. When Ju-Girl suggests restoring it, her granddad hesitates. Together, they embark on a journey to breathe life back into the pickup, discovering the power of memories and the joy of creation. Will they succeed in reviving the past and forging new stories? This tale of love and legacy unfolds with vibrant illustrations, celebrating the bond between generations.

From the publisher

A charming story about a young girl who loves fixing automobiles with her grandfather on the warm grounds of Jamaica, Natasha Tripplett’s debut picture book is a perfect pick for fans of My Papi Has a Motorcycle and The Old Truck.Ju-Girl’s favorite days are the ones spent with Granddad in his garage, fixing cars and hearing stories about his old blue pickup.Granddad used to drive the blue pickup all over the island, bringing happiness to many. And now it just sits in the driveway. One day, Ju-Girl asks Granddad if he’d ever fix it, and he’s unsure at first. But the pair soon finds out just what it takes to restore the memory of the blue pickup and to create new stories along the way. This heartwarming layered tale, brought to life with lush illustrations by Monica Mikai (Thank a Farmer), reminds us about the joy of repairing things with our hands and preserving stories with our hearts.

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