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Each Sunday morning, regardless of the weather, Eli looks forward to the visits of his grandfather, Zaida, who brings delicious, warm bagels from Merv's Bakery. The simple joy of sharing these chewy, salty treats becomes the highlight of their week. One day, however, Zaida cannot make it to the bakery; he falls and injures his fallan, and the doctor orders him to rest at home for two weeks. Eli learns that even when traditions are paused, the bond between him and his grandfather remains strong.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Andrew Larsen
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