Accordionly
Abuelo and Opa Make Music
When both grandpas, Abuelo and Opa, visit at the same time, they can’t understand each other’s language, and there is a lot of silence.
The grandson’s clever thinking helps find a way for everyone to share the day together as two cultures become one family. This unique book includes a bonus fold-out and a note from the author sharing the true story of his own family.
| Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-1-4338-3074-7
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$11.24 |
| Interest Level | Kindergarten - Grade 3 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Picture Books |
| Category | Diverse Books: Celebrating Differences , Diversity, SEL: C Social Awareness, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2020 |
| Publisher | Magination Press, American Psychological Association |
| Imprint | Magination Press — American Psychological Association |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2025-01-01 |
Author: Michael Genhart
Michael Genhart, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in San Francisco and Mill Valley, California. He lives with his family in Marin County.
Illustrator: Priscilla Burris
Priscilla Burris is an author-illustrator and a member of the board of advisors for the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. Priscilla is represented by the CAT Agency, Inc.
Reviews
School Library Journal
“Members of multiracial families may have more in common than expected . . . . Even more, the boy’s problem-solving abilities offer an opportunity to talk to children about situations that trouble them, and possible solutions. A thoughtful picture book for storytime and one-on-one reads.”—School Library Journal
Booklist
“Genhart pulls from his own childhood growing up in bicultural family in this cheery picture book, which tells of a young boy and how the accordion brought his family together . . . . Music is the universal language . . . . Great for reading aloud and featuring bright, energetic illustrations, this endearing story supports diversity and multicultural inclusion.”—Booklist
Kirkus Reviews
“This is a reassuring story, emphasizing that though we may be different we can find common ground, an especially important message for multiracial/multiethnic children who can often feel pulled between competing identities.”—Kirkus Reviews