Books like My ol' man by Patricia Polacco
Drawing upon Patricia Polacco’s own recollections, the book follows a girl who vividly remembers the special summer she spent in Michigan with her yarn‑spinning father. Together, they encounter a seemingly ordinary rock that reveals hidden magic, weaving lessons of family, storytelling, and imagination into a touching, child‑friendly narrative.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Patricia Polacco
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