Books like Our Gracie Aunt by Jacqueline Woodson
When their mother fails to care for them, brothers Bridget and Orren find themselves living with their mother's sister, Aunt Gracie. As they adjust to their new home, the children wonder whether they will ever see their mother again, exploring themes of family, care, and resilience.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jacqueline Woodson
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