The Vanderbeekers are back, this time the children plan to surprise their neighbor who has suffered another stroke by creating a garden on an abandoned lot. Their is guilt here, and some growing up and lots of sweet moments as each child, in his/her own way tried to create some good around them. A wonderfully positive book in these troubled times and a great sense of the joy of inner city life and human connectedness.

Following his Statue of Liberty book Eggers directs readers to be active and engaged, a part of society. With a slight rhyme to his text which moves us from one possibility to another this is all about being a part o society. Harris's illustrations are powerful and eye-popping, most double page spreads, all making clear what the possibilities are. An important book especially at this time.