"Pull back hard," old Abuela
said.  "Make it jolt, so the threads
stay close, like family."

Young Esperanza is told that Abuela's skill with the loom is unmatched, but as they prepare to sell their handmade weavings at the market, she worries. What if the shoppers want only the modern, machine made goods? What if they are scared off by the large birthmark on Abuela's face? Can she sell the goods by herself? Esperanza knows the whole family is counting on her.

But everything they've made is beautiful and woven from the heart. And by the end of the day, Esperanza understands not only the magic of Abuela's artistry but of her beauty and wisdom as well.

In his lyrical writing, Omar S. Castaneda introduces us to the rich sights, smells and culture of Guatemala. Enrique O. Sanchez's brilliantly-colored paintings give life to the country’s radiant landscape and bustling city streets. Abuela's Weave will be treasured by children of all cultures.

From the dust jacket