Jordi's Star: Author Study Alma Flor Ada

A beautifully illustrated book that shows the gift of what life truly is, Jordi's star explains the importance of growth through nature. Jordi, a hardworking farmer, spends his days planting, and hearding sheep, when he sees a beautiful star in a pool of water after a storm, he is determined to keep the star by planing star shaped flowers. The discovery of beautiful flowers changed his perspective on life and he began to appreciate nature in a new way. A great book to talk about hard work and the beauty that the earth has to offer, Jordi's star would be great for a 1st or 2nd grade class.