Reviews

My Nana's Garden by Dawn Casey

spuriousdiphthongs's review

4.0

Luscious illustrations, lovely poetry and a book that addresses grief and loss beautifully.

missprint_'s review

3.0

It's fine and beautifully illustrated but didn't necessarily need to bring up grandparent death while using this for a pre-k class visit--my own fault for not pre-reading.

rhodesee's review

4.0

This is a beautiful book about family and nature and the cycle of life.

jodil's review

5.0

This book feels like it's 100 years old and I mean that in the best possible way. Calm, cool, and very cozy.

alicebennett's review

5.0

This is a heart-warming tale about the legacy left behind by a girl's Nanny after she passes away, in the form of her beautiful garden. The mother and daughter continue to tend to it and watch it blossom once again which is a lovely metaphor for death and acceptance, with the idea that our loved ones are always watching over us even when they die.

I loved how the pages are framed with flowers to show the Nan's influence and love for her family.

tabby2920's review

emotional inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

Thank you Edelweiss and Candlewick Press for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. 

I loved the imagery in this book. The illustrations are just so beautifully drawn and vibrant that it is so captivating. The story is also sad and uplifting on haw a garden through the seasons and life changes can still bring a family together.