Warm and Wise
"A Mexican-American grandmother may be getting a bit forgetful, but she still remembers what's really important.... Brimming with patterns and colors reminiscent of Mexican folk art, the brilliant illustrations accentuate Little Mama's zest for living, while celebrating Mexican-American family life. Lucy's tender and loving kinship with "Little Mama" gently extols the importance of memory and intergenerational relationships. Warm and wise. (glossary of Spanish words and phrases)"--Kirkus Reviews

Celebrates a Family Life Sustained by Happy Memories
"Lucy's grandmother may be forgetful at times, but that doesn't mean she can't remember the things that matter most. Such is the recurring 'thread' woven through this story of a tightly knit Mexican-American family. Cruise (Fiona's Private Pages) peppers the text with bits and snatches of Spanish, a reflection of how fluidly the family's heritage is integrated into their daily lives. The story mainly centers upon Lucy and Little Mama ... Dressen-McQueen's (Boxes for Katje) illustrations, awash in a corn tortilla palette, add an extra burst of liveliness to this recollection of a fruitful existence. She paints Little Mama's trunk of dresses from her native Tembabichi in a cornucopia of festive bright colors, layers upon layers of ruffles that practically swirl off the pages. This volume celebrates a family life sustained by happy memories and good times."--Publishers Weekly

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[A] Tender, Heartfelt Story
"Lucy spends her days with her mother, brother, and grandmother. She shares a special bond with Little Mama that begins with a morning tickle and ends with a song and a kiss goodnight.... The topic of Little Mama's forgetfulness is dealt with in a realistic, but child-focused manner.... The universal themes of love and family dominate this tender, heartfelt story."--School Library Journal