"The Skirt" by Eric Velasquez tells the story of a young boy who finds an enchanting, colorful skirt belonging to his grandmother. This skirt not only sparks his imagination but also serves as a bridge to his family's rich cultural heritage. As he learns about the stories and traditions woven into the fabric of the skirt, he gains a deeper appreciation for his roots and the strength of the women in his family. The narrative celebrates themes of identity, creativity, and the connection between generations, encouraging young readers to embrace their cultural legacies. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 8-10 years.

There are 80 pages in this book. This book was published in 1997 by Turtleback Books .

ERIC VELASQUEZ is the author and illustrator of The Price of Freedom , Grandma's Records and Grandma's Gift , a Pura Belpre Award winner. He is also the illustrator of The Piano Man , for which he won the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award. Gary Soto's first book for young readers, Baseball in April and Other Stories, won the California Library Association's Beatty Award and was named an ALA Best Book for Young Adults. He has since published many novels, short stories, plays, and poetry collections for adults and young people. He lives in Berkeley, California. Visit his website at www. garysoto. com.