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Khalil and Mr. Hagerty and the Backyard Treasures
Springstubb, Tricia
Illustrator: Elaheh Taherian
Ages: 6+
Published: 2020
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 978-1-5362-0306-6
Keywords: friendship, gardens, intergenerational, immigrants
An unlikely friendship develops between Khalil and his elderly neighbor as they find treasures in Mr. Hagerty's garden. Brightly colored mixed media illustrations.