Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2011
Grandpa Green
By Lane Smith
A great-grandfather's life story from childhood to old age.
The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2011)Caldecott Honor (2012)
32 pages· 161 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 8,755 ratings
Summary: A young boy wanders through his great-grandfather's topiary garden, uncovering a tapestry of memories shaped by love and legacy. Each plant tells a story of Grandpa Green's life, from farmboy to artist. As the boy explores, he discovers the beauty of family history and the power of imagination to preserve what time forgets. What secrets will the garden reveal, and how will they shape the boy's understanding of his own roots? This enchanting journey through a whimsical landscape invites readers to reflect on the enduring bonds of family and the stories that connect generations.


