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The keeping quilt tells the tale of a Jewish family that has emigrated from Europe and settled in America. A lovingly made quilt passed down through four generations becomes a living symbol of the family’s enduring love, faith, and the cultural ties that bind them to their past and to one another.
Through the careful stitching of the quilt and the memories it holds, readers are invited to consider the joys and challenges of immigration, the power of shared traditions, and the resilience of a family that keeps its history alive in something as ordinary and beautiful as a home‑swept blanket.
The story, written for young readers, illustrates how family heritage is preserved through humble artifacts and the collective memory of those who cherish them.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Patricia Polacco
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