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Reviewed on March 1, 1999
K-Gr 4 Taulbert weaves his memories of growing up in his great-grandparents' house in the Mississippi Delta during the 1950s with a strong plot to create a successful picture book about the past. When Mama Pearl wants to surprise Poppa Joe with her special candied sweet potatoes for dinner, she sends her great-grandson Little Cliff to the store for butter. On the way, he politely greets severa...Log In or Sign Up to Read More