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mixtercharlie's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75
kelleemoye's review against another edition
5.0
Going Down Home with Daddy by Kelly Starling Lyons is a family story. It is a heritage story. It is a home story. A perfect story of going home and reuniting with family, finding a way to tell the story of your family and home, and the love around all involved.
litagentsaritza's review against another edition
5.0
“Nothing is more important than family,” Granny says, tearing up as she looks at every face.
This book with its evocative illustrations and soul-inspiring words is one to read, reflect on, and share with your loved ones. It reminds us of the importance of the family legacy carried through the oral histories many of our communities share. What a joy it is to read this book at the end of a difficult year knowing it’s going to be one I cherish for years to come.
This book with its evocative illustrations and soul-inspiring words is one to read, reflect on, and share with your loved ones. It reminds us of the importance of the family legacy carried through the oral histories many of our communities share. What a joy it is to read this book at the end of a difficult year knowing it’s going to be one I cherish for years to come.
mariahroze's review against another edition
4.0
"Down home is Granny’s house. Down home is where Lil Alan and his parents and sister will join great-grandparents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Down home is where Lil Alan will hear stories of the ancestors and visit the land that has meant so much to all of them. And down home is where all of the children will find their special way to pay tribute to family history. All the kids have to decide on what tribute to share, but what will Lil Alan do?
In this rich and moving celebration of history, culture, and ritual, Kelly Starling Lyons’ eloquent text explores the power of family traditions. Stunning illustrations by Coretta Scott King Honor-winner Daniel Minter reveal the motion and connections in a large, multi-generational family."
In this rich and moving celebration of history, culture, and ritual, Kelly Starling Lyons’ eloquent text explores the power of family traditions. Stunning illustrations by Coretta Scott King Honor-winner Daniel Minter reveal the motion and connections in a large, multi-generational family."
hgraybrown's review against another edition
5.0
Incredibly beautiful illustrations. Definitely a Caldecott contender.
shighley's review against another edition
4.0
These illustrations are absolutely glorious! I was a little disappointed that Alan could not come up with a little more as a gift, but just glancing at the acrylic wash was awe-inspiring.