Granddaddys Gift (International
Reading Association Teachers
Choice Award) by Margaree King
Mitchell
A Special Gift
When her grandfather registers to vote while living in segregated
Mississippi, an Afro-American girl begins to understand why he insists that
she attend school.
Personal Review: Granddaddys Gift (International Reading
Association Teachers Choice Award) by Margaree King Mitchell
The United States has seen some turbulent times in its history, especially
for African Americans. Granddaddy's Gift highlights one aspect of
American history, the African American struggle for the right to vote. The
stars of this touching story are Joe Morgan and his granddaughter whom
he calls "Daughter" but everyone else in their community affectionately
calls "Little Joe" because she is like his shadow. Joe Morgan is a man that

has worked hard all his life and in spite of his 8th grade education, he
owns his own land on which he farms and raises animals. He stresses the
importance of education to his granddaughter through both his words and
actions. When it comes time for someone in their Mississippi community
to stand up and attempt to register to vote, Joe Morgan answers the call.
As a result of his decision he, his family and ultimately the entire African
American community are faced with adversity, but in the process he
teaches his granddaughter some important lessons.Granddaddy's Gift
illustrates how the freedoms that many of us take for granted are indeed a
gift from the generations before us. The illustrations perfectly complement
this keenly written story and add a personal touch. The story instills a
sense of pride in the legacy left behind by ordinary but brave people that
helped to change the cultural climate of this country. I highly recommend
this book, not only because it relates historical information but also
because of the values the story represents. Reviewed by Stacey Seay
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
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