Life on the farm with Granddaddy was full of hard work, but despite all the chores, Granddaddy always makes time for play, especially fishing trips. Even when there isn't a bite to catch, he reminds young Michael that it takes patience to get what's coming to you.

One morning, when Granddaddy heads into town in his fancy suit, Michael knows that something very special must be happening—and sure enough, everyone is lined up at Town Hall! For the first time, Granddaddy is allowed to vote, and he couldn't be more proud. But as Michael discovers, it does take patience to get what's coming to you, and justice can't come soon enough.

This powerful and touching true-life story shares one boy's perspective of growing up in the segregated South, while beautiful illustrations depict the rural setting in tender detail.

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