The Granddaughter Necklace

Written by Sharon Dennis Wyeth · Illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

A necklace links generations, each story a testament to love and legacy.

5.0/7 Bookroo expert·4.1/5 Goodreads · 176 ratings

32 pages· 1,294 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

A mother shares tales of the women in her family, each passing down a cherished necklace. From Ireland to Africa, these stories weave a tapestry of love, resilience, and heritage. As the necklace changes hands, it carries the weight of history and the promise of future generations. What secrets and strengths will the next wearer discover? This journey through time invites readers to reflect on their own family legacies and the memories that bind us all.

From the publisher

A mother shares with her daughter stories of the generations of women in their family as each individual has passed along the tales and a glittering necklace to her own daughter. Includes notes on the author’s exploration of her ancestry.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 1,294
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD580L

Themes & topics

Books about family history Books about girls and women Books about family Books about multigenerational Books about jewelry

What readers & critics say

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“A wonderful story about family history and a necklace passed town to each granddaughter. This book is really inspiring and helps you get to know each women in the family line and how they influenced each other's lives. It made me want to learn more about my own ancestors!”

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