Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd ; Hard Cover, Picture Book ; Recommended

In the Groves

The story of Clara, a young girl visiting her family in California. They want to take her to all the touristy places but she wants to go to the citrus groves with her grandfather so she hides in his truck and tags along with him for the day. She loves seeing him work and hearing all of his stories. While sharing the day together, Clara’s imagination takes flight and the stories she creates with her grandfather are retold again to her family that night. This book includes a number of Spanish words in the text and explores the culture of a family of farm workers. Review by Kathy Beach, teacher.

This book is perfect for a unit celebrating family stories, immigration stories, or the important role of farm workers.