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Peeny Butter Fudge

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Mommy was going out for the day and would be back by bedtime. She was waving at her two little girls and a boy, but they were hardly noticing because Nana was there and she was holding their hands. Nana was reading Mom's instructions that were taped to the refrigerator. Lunch, nap time, playground, to snack and then off to bed. Hmmmm, but with Nana there it might just be a little different. Everyone was in the bed snuggling up to Nana when it was time to nap. She sang a "sleepy song" as the cat watched and a breeze blew the bedroom curtain inward. Later they sat on the stairs while Nana read to them. The smiles were on everyone's faces as they imagined the story.

"Looky look, looky look,
we get to get a storybook.
Fairies, dragons everywhere.
Creepy things under the stairs.
Pots of god, a laughing mouse,
a peppermint chimney on a house."

Outside, outside! It was time for a potato sack race and Nana was in front. A pitcher and some cups were set out for when they grew tired and thirsty. Hop, hop, hop! Lunch of course was supposed to be "peas, carrot sticks, fish fingers." Maybe Nana couldn't read, thank goodness, because out came the ham and biscuits. Not a carrot to be seen. After lunch Nana was "sick" and needed lots of tending to. It was so much fun when Nana was there. On and on went the day. They were all dancing, building a puzzle, and making a BIG mess in the kitchen. Oh, oh . . . Mommy was going to be some mad when she showed up because making peeny butter fudge is MESSY!

Anyone who has ever experienced the love and caring a Nana can give their young grandchildren will fall in love with this story. It wasn't long into this story when I broke into a smile. Yes, the story was amusing, yes it was quaint, but it was also one that brought back some very fond memories. Anyone who was fortunate enough to have a special Nana who spent time with them will adore this story and its vibrant, appealing artwork. Of course grandmothers do have that special way of making their grandchildren happy and breaking a few of Mommy's rules when she isn't looking. If you are a grandparent or have some special grandchildren in your life this book is going to make you break into the BIGGEST grin. I think grandchildren just might like it too!

I bought this book because my son loves this illustrator, but I am equally impressed with the sweet story (not surprising given the author!). What a great idea to include a recipe for peanut butter fudge in the back. I haven't made the recipe yet, but I am looking forward to it!

I read this story to my students anytime we are discussing family members and their roles. The students get a kick out of the illustrations and love to tell me what they do with their grandmothers. Highly recommended!