In "Julio's Magic" by Ann Grifalconi, young Julio, a boy with a deep love for storytelling, discovers a magical seed that opens up doors to his imagination. With the help of his beloved grandmother, who shares the importance of cultural heritage and family traditions, Julio learns that the true magic lies in sharing stories that connect generations. As he nurtures the seed, it becomes a symbol of growth, creativity, and the bonds of family, highlighting themes of hope, magic, and the power of narrative in shaping one's identity and fostering connections with others. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 4-6 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2005 by HarperCollins Publishers .

Arthur Dorros, author of many highly touted and best-selling picture books, has written his first novel. To research this book, he traveled extensively in the Balkans and lived briefly in "The Children's Village," which features prominently in the story. His previous books have been named ALA Notables, CBC-NCSS Notables, NYPL Best Books, and more. He lives in Seattle, Washington.