The Yellow Handkerchief - Donna Barba Higuera + Cynthia Alonso ooly markers the minimalistic design

the minimalistic design

this is a book that brings the lovely particularity of life in Japan––marked by food and nature––to young readers here

Some hugs are tight and some hugs are snug

the buttercups are blooming

Poppy the Penguin comes from a long line of circus performers

The Yellow Handkerchief - Donna Barba Higuera + Cynthia Alonso ooly markers the minimalistic designMy abuela wears an old yellow handkerchief that her grandmother gave to her. I dont like the yellow handkerchief. When a young girl feels ashamed of her family for being different and subconsciously blames her abuela, she gradually grows to not only accept but also love the yellow handkerchief that represents a language and culture that once brought embarrassment. Inspired by the personal experiences of award winning author Donna Barba Higuera and