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Reviewed on December 1, 1996
K-Gr 3 When young Gregor and his family leave their home in Russia for America, each chooses one "special treasure" to bring. For Mama, it's a samovar; for Papa it's a garmoshka, a small accordion; for Gregor it's the comforting blanket Great-Grandmother made. The boy immediately regrets his choice because he fears his American cousin Elie, who is his age, will make fun of him. ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More