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Jake, a curious ten‑year‑old, has a close relationship with his grandfather, Billy, who lives on a prairie farm. When Billy asks Jake to help build a sod house, Jake feels uncertain about the task. Working together, they discover the power of family, hard work and the special connection that spans generations.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Patricia MacLachlan
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