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Granddaddy's Street Songs (Jump at the Sun Books)

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This is a pleasant book about an African American grandfather, who tells his grandson about his work in the 1950s as an arabber, a produce street vendor in Baltimore. The grandfather tells his son about his bright umbrella that was his special trademark and sings the songs that he once sang to advertise his produce. My grandmother, who was raised in Baltimore and can remember arabbers in singing in her neighborhood, enjoyed this short book which brought back many memories. Granddaddy's Street Songs is a good children's book. It has beautifully drawn pictures and is short enough to be read to a three-year-old yet suitable also for an older child. Children will enjoy the songs about strawberries, corn, and other fruits and vegetables.