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Description
For one young girl, summer is the season of no school, of days spent at the pool, and of picking golden limes off the trees. But summer doesn't start until her lola--her grandmother from the Philippines--comes for her annual visit.
Quick Summary
Summer doesn't really start until your lola steps off the plane, and this short, warm picture book captures that exact feeling. The narrator, a young Filipino-American girl, counts down the days by the smell of golden limes, splashy pool afternoons, and the promise of stories that only a grandmother can tell. It's a sweet, sensory story about the excitement of a multigenerational visit, with a sprinkle of Tagalog words and a cozy glimpse of Filipino culture that makes it perfect for kids who love family traditions or are curious about other backgrounds. There's no scary stuff just a gentle, nostalgic look at how a grandparent's presence can turn an ordinary summer into something magical. If you liked *Abuela* by Arthur Dorros, you'll find the same tender grandparent bond here, just with a Filipino twist.