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A Flicker of Hope: A Story of Migration
A heartwarming tale of a girl waiting for her beloved Papá to return when the monarchs fly south to their home in Mexico.Lucía loves to watch the monarchs' migration from her home in Mexico with Papá. But this year, the monarchs' journey north holds extra weight; Papá is heading north, too, to look for work. He promises her that when "the weather turns cold and the monarcas return, our winged ancestors will guide me home." So while he spends the summer months harvesting produce on faraway farms, Lucía watches the skies for signs of the monarchs'—and her papá's—return. Told through the parallel stories of the butterflies’ journey and Lucía's migrant farmer father, Cynthia Harmony's A Flicker of Hope is a love letter to the power of families and nature, both of which know no borders.
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Published February 27, 2024
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March 12, 2024
Absolutely beautiful!
December 1, 2023
In this parallel story of humans and monarchs, Harmony and Holzwarth have created an ode to the Monarch Migration and the migration of farm workers to faraway lands. Filled with beautiful, lyrical language that evokes love, nature, tradition and new beginnings, the story follows a little girl as she says goodbye to her Papa, just as she says goodbyes to the monarchs, as they both leave Mexico in search of “tomorrow’s dreams”. It is not an easy time for Papa or the little girl but they both find ways to hold on to hope and song. The seasons pass, and we see the joy when monarchs and Papi return home. A poignant story with rich, vibrant illustrations. What a lovely addition to any library, home or school
December 4, 2023
A sweet, lyrical and emotional story that intertwines the long, difficult journeys of migrant workers and monarch butterflies. When the monarchs leave for their annual adventure, so does Lucía's father. He's travelling in hopes of work, to provide for his family. He's promises to return when the monarchs do--which leaves Lucía missing her Papi, yet eagerly anticipating his return. The colorful and active illustrations add to the feeling of movement and change, shifting with the seasons and the journeys of our parallel stories.
Backmatter shares more information about the necessity to leave one's home and family in search of job opportunities, as well as what readers can do to help the regions in Mexico depicted in A FLICKER OF HOPE. In the English edition, a glossary is provided for the Spanish vocabulary weaved throughout.
Many classroom uses for this lovely book...ideas include monarch migration, immigration, the work that goes into providing our food, Mexican and indigenous culture.
Backmatter shares more information about the necessity to leave one's home and family in search of job opportunities, as well as what readers can do to help the regions in Mexico depicted in A FLICKER OF HOPE. In the English edition, a glossary is provided for the Spanish vocabulary weaved throughout.
Many classroom uses for this lovely book...ideas include monarch migration, immigration, the work that goes into providing our food, Mexican and indigenous culture.
January 27, 2024
Cynthia Harmony has crafted a beautiful, lyrical story about a father who leaves his Mexican home and family as spring arrives. He travels north to look for work in the agricultural fields in the United States. At the same time, the monarch butterflies migrate north in search of milkweed blooms to help sustain the monarch population. The author skillfully sprinkles Spanish words into the text and uses poetic devices that enhance the emotions portrayed in the story. It’s a bittersweet moment when Papá and his daughter, Lucía, must say goodbye. While he’s gone, Lucía hopes and dreams for Papá and the monarchs to return safely. Harmony’s heartwarming text and Devon Holzwarth’s vibrant, eye-catching illustrations capture the special moments in life, resulting in a story with depth, heart, and hope.
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January 15, 2024An exquisite parallel story of a father's cyclical journey north to work in the fields and provide for his family and the migration of monarch butterflies to Mexico. Deft storytelling is paired with lush illustrations that root the reader deeply in the love between Lucía and her Papá. Passage of time is poetically told through words and images, with cultural elements serving as a backdrop for further learning and connection. A must have for families, teachers and librarians. Wonderful applications in the classroom for studies on: butterflies, migration, poetic storytelling, social studies, Day of the Dead....
August 20, 2025
A sweet story, rich with culture and beautiful illustrations.
February 12, 2024
A Flicker of Hope by Cynthia Harmony is a breath-taking picture book filled with lyrical words and stunning images that bring the book to life and flood readers with emotion. Told in beautiful prose that includes English and Spanish, readers take parallel journeys of migration: one with Lucia and her father as he leaves home for work and another with the monarch butterflies as they move North for the summer. This book celebrates nature, family and the journey home, no matter how far the distance. It’s beautiful in so many ways.
January 13, 2024
A Flicker of Hope shines light on those who make sacrifices for their families, journeying from Mexico to America searching for work in the fields. A sensory experience flows from the pages, as Papá plays the guitarra for Lucia, and the lyrical words blend with the vibrant illustrations. Nature appreciation is highlighted as the Monarch butterflies’ migration parallels Papá’s journey north, holding a special significance of returning and reuniting. An important and beautifully crafted story, that is a must read for all ages!
January 8, 2024
An uplifting, poetic story of migration that follows both one hard-working father and millions of monarchs as they journey north in search of a better tomorrow. Papa promises that when the weather cools and the monarchs return (as they always do), he will too – and so Lucia watches the skies for that "flicker of hope." Author Cynthia Harmony expertly weaves together two parallel stories with her lyrical language (including well-placed Spanish words and phrases), and the bright, swirling art of Devon Holzwarth underscores the connections being made. An important, informative, and beautiful book!
January 8, 2024
Cynthia Harmony’s lyrical language emerges from the chrysalis of her migration story like a magnificent butterfly, brilliant and beautiful. Devon Holzwarth’s illustrations are a stunning collaboration between words and color. This inspiring story will capture your heart—to be read again and again.
February 14, 2024
In this lovely picture book, Cynthia Harmony, presents the reality of immigration in a family from Mexico. As Papá leaves to work in the north, the Monarch butterflies migrate north, too. Through vivid descriptions and lyrical language the author shares Lucía's wait and Papa's longing to return home. In this book, full of heart, some Spanish words are subtly woven into the text.
Devon Holzwarth's illustrations make the story come to life with beautiful colors and details.
It's a story to be read more than once.
Devon Holzwarth's illustrations make the story come to life with beautiful colors and details.
It's a story to be read more than once.
March 24, 2024
In A FLICKER OF HOPE, Cynthia Harmony weaves a captivating narrative that serves as both a visual and emotional banquet. The book masterfully intertwines tales of migration, paralleling the journeys of a dedicated father seeking a brighter future and the majestic monarch butterflies in their annual search for warmth.
At the heart of this story is young Lucía, whose longing for her father's return is depicted with a depth of emotion that mirrors the butterflies' natural cycle. The dual narratives of human and nature's migrants are elegantly brought to life through the book's breathtaking illustrations, crafted by Devon Holzwarth. These illustrations not only complement but also elevate the text, adding layers of meaning and emotion to the tale of longing and hopeful reunion.
A FLICKER OF HOPE promises not just to touch hearts but also to inspire minds, encouraging readers to see the beauty in the journey and the strength in waiting and believing. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the natural world, making it a MUST-READ for anyone seeking a story rich with emotional depth and visual beauty.
At the heart of this story is young Lucía, whose longing for her father's return is depicted with a depth of emotion that mirrors the butterflies' natural cycle. The dual narratives of human and nature's migrants are elegantly brought to life through the book's breathtaking illustrations, crafted by Devon Holzwarth. These illustrations not only complement but also elevate the text, adding layers of meaning and emotion to the tale of longing and hopeful reunion.
A FLICKER OF HOPE promises not just to touch hearts but also to inspire minds, encouraging readers to see the beauty in the journey and the strength in waiting and believing. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the natural world, making it a MUST-READ for anyone seeking a story rich with emotional depth and visual beauty.
February 28, 2024
A journey that really emphasizes those things that bind us together across time and space. I love the marking of season, tradition, and the mirroring of the monarcas. The warm and vibrancy in the palette is exciting, soothing and maintains the texts tone of joyfulness in all things.
I think this is a necessary inclusion to our library shelves in how it offers a glimpse into the lives of a migrant worker/working family. It it lovely, compassionate and just really well told/imagined.
I think this is a necessary inclusion to our library shelves in how it offers a glimpse into the lives of a migrant worker/working family. It it lovely, compassionate and just really well told/imagined.
March 4, 2025
Children’s book, but I also need to learn about the importance of the Monarch, the significance it has on cultures within Mexico, and also remember that they represent migration, that our ancestors make, our loved one’s, our people, and even the animals we hold with respect. It’s a lovely children’s book.
March 1, 2024
Spencer rated this book 4 out of 5 stars.
March 13, 2024
Cynthia Harmony beautifully weaves the journey of the monarchs and the journey of Lucía’s father as both move with the seasons until it’s time to return home.
A story of patience and love. The illustrations are beautiful and filled with movement.
Harmony has included a glossary, an author’s note with information about the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, the migration of the monarch butterfly and draws connections between the region and the high percentage of men from the same region who immigrate to the United States.
I appreciate how the author also includes a page titled, How can We Help? with information on eco tourism, and information about the region.
A story of patience and love. The illustrations are beautiful and filled with movement.
Harmony has included a glossary, an author’s note with information about the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, the migration of the monarch butterfly and draws connections between the region and the high percentage of men from the same region who immigrate to the United States.
I appreciate how the author also includes a page titled, How can We Help? with information on eco tourism, and information about the region.
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September 23, 2025In the opening of A Flicker of Hope: A Story of Migration, a girl named Lucía sits with her Papá on the steps of their home, surrounded by lush plants. Nearby, monarchs perch on the branches of a tree.
Humming Lucía’s favorite tune, her father tells her that songs soothe weeping hearts. Soon he will journey north. The monarch butterflies will, too.
Lucía asks her father if he will come back.
“Sí, mi amor,” he promises. “When the weather turns cold and the monarcas return, our winged ancestors will guide me home.”
Written by Cynthia Harmony and illustrated by Devon Holzwarth, A Flicker of Hope (out now from Viking Books for Young Readers) is a lovingly crafted story about a girl waiting for her father to return home to Mexico from his seasonal farm work far away. It’s also about the monarch butterflies and their journey, “miles and miles across rivers and mountains,” in search of milkweed blossoms. And at its heart, it’s a story about family, hope, and the bonds that tie us to nature. A Spanish version — Un Aleteo de Esperanza — is also out now.
Harmony masterfully captures a parallel between the story of Lucía’s father and that of the monarcas. Growing up, it was common for the Mexico City native to see monarch butterflies. Harmony remembers visits to the state of Michoacán, where she experienced the wonder of the monarchs. “There’s a common belief that butterflies are the souls of our ancestors visiting for a brief moment,” she shared.
The monarch butterflies were an element of the story when Harmony first began writing A Flicker of Hope. But initially there was no parallel structure tying their journey to that of Lucía’s father. During the revision process, the author and educational psychologist realized there needed to be. She felt the mirroring was critical to the story.
“That’s a really important part of the theme: We’re connected to nature and to each other, and we follow these patterns,” Harmony said. “That was the main theme and thread for me in the story: the connectedness. That’s why while I revised, I realized it was important to bring the monarch butterflies’ story and mirror it to the story of Papá and Lucía. They’re so small and delicate, but they’re strong and resilient – so it’s like a perfect symbol of hope.”
An added layer of meaning to the story is the community Lucía belongs to. She is a member of the Mazahuas, an Indigenous people of Mexico. In her author’s note, Harmony wrote about the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, where millions of monarchs find shelter to hibernate during the winter months. She also mentioned the Mazahuas and how they believe the souls of their ancestors return in the shape of monarchs, “as the migration coincides with the Day of the Dead celebrations that take place on November 1 and 2.”
Holzwarth’s illustrations for A Flicker of Hope feature Lucía and other members of this Indigenous community hand making baskets out of ocoxal leaves. Holzwarth said she researched the Mazahuas while determining her artistic approach to the illustrations for this book. Harmony also provided the picture book illustrator with information. The artist said she soon found herself on a rabbit hole search, trying to find photos of the community.
“I wanted to see, what's everyday life like? What do people do in the middle of the day?” Holzwarth recalled. “How do they make the crafts from pine needles? What season do they collect them?” The picture book illustrator grew up in Panama, and so she experienced seeing traditional cultures shifting over time in different ways.
Holzwarth used mixed media for the illustrations in A Flicker of Hope: they are a vivid blend of gouache, watercolor, colored pencil, crayon and digital finishing. She began with sketches on her iPad, the final versions of which were later transferred to paper. Holzwarth then worked out of the paper and introduced water media first.
She knew she wanted to focus on orange, which is a color that is found in different hues throughout the book, especially with respect to the monarch butterflies. “I like harmony, and so I go the left and right of orange: I can have reds and I can have yellows,” she said. “And then the opposite of orange is blue… Because they’re the most exciting things together. And so on the other side of blue, I will have some violet, and then a little bit of green. But I’ll keep it more of a blue-green.”
The result is a gorgeous color palette amid the characters – deep oranges and forest greens and blues. After painting, Holzwarth brought greater detail with colored pencils, or fine brushes with gouache.
The butterflies themselves were made from gouache, which the artist said is a bit thicker – with colored pencil on top. Throughout most of the book, they’re in motion. “They’re always moving to their place,” Holzwarth said. “They’re not in their nesting spot for that long.”
The illustrator said she hopes readers enjoy Lucía’s, especially those who miss family members or are waiting for something. “It’s waiting, it’s hoping, and then this joy right upon being rewarded with your patience,” Holzwarth said. “I think that would be probably what I hope that children see in the story.”
To read the rest of my review and article, please check out Latinx in Publishing's blog: https://latinxinpublishing.com/blog/a...
Humming Lucía’s favorite tune, her father tells her that songs soothe weeping hearts. Soon he will journey north. The monarch butterflies will, too.
Lucía asks her father if he will come back.
“Sí, mi amor,” he promises. “When the weather turns cold and the monarcas return, our winged ancestors will guide me home.”
Written by Cynthia Harmony and illustrated by Devon Holzwarth, A Flicker of Hope (out now from Viking Books for Young Readers) is a lovingly crafted story about a girl waiting for her father to return home to Mexico from his seasonal farm work far away. It’s also about the monarch butterflies and their journey, “miles and miles across rivers and mountains,” in search of milkweed blossoms. And at its heart, it’s a story about family, hope, and the bonds that tie us to nature. A Spanish version — Un Aleteo de Esperanza — is also out now.
Harmony masterfully captures a parallel between the story of Lucía’s father and that of the monarcas. Growing up, it was common for the Mexico City native to see monarch butterflies. Harmony remembers visits to the state of Michoacán, where she experienced the wonder of the monarchs. “There’s a common belief that butterflies are the souls of our ancestors visiting for a brief moment,” she shared.
The monarch butterflies were an element of the story when Harmony first began writing A Flicker of Hope. But initially there was no parallel structure tying their journey to that of Lucía’s father. During the revision process, the author and educational psychologist realized there needed to be. She felt the mirroring was critical to the story.
“That’s a really important part of the theme: We’re connected to nature and to each other, and we follow these patterns,” Harmony said. “That was the main theme and thread for me in the story: the connectedness. That’s why while I revised, I realized it was important to bring the monarch butterflies’ story and mirror it to the story of Papá and Lucía. They’re so small and delicate, but they’re strong and resilient – so it’s like a perfect symbol of hope.”
An added layer of meaning to the story is the community Lucía belongs to. She is a member of the Mazahuas, an Indigenous people of Mexico. In her author’s note, Harmony wrote about the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, where millions of monarchs find shelter to hibernate during the winter months. She also mentioned the Mazahuas and how they believe the souls of their ancestors return in the shape of monarchs, “as the migration coincides with the Day of the Dead celebrations that take place on November 1 and 2.”
Holzwarth’s illustrations for A Flicker of Hope feature Lucía and other members of this Indigenous community hand making baskets out of ocoxal leaves. Holzwarth said she researched the Mazahuas while determining her artistic approach to the illustrations for this book. Harmony also provided the picture book illustrator with information. The artist said she soon found herself on a rabbit hole search, trying to find photos of the community.
“I wanted to see, what's everyday life like? What do people do in the middle of the day?” Holzwarth recalled. “How do they make the crafts from pine needles? What season do they collect them?” The picture book illustrator grew up in Panama, and so she experienced seeing traditional cultures shifting over time in different ways.
Holzwarth used mixed media for the illustrations in A Flicker of Hope: they are a vivid blend of gouache, watercolor, colored pencil, crayon and digital finishing. She began with sketches on her iPad, the final versions of which were later transferred to paper. Holzwarth then worked out of the paper and introduced water media first.
She knew she wanted to focus on orange, which is a color that is found in different hues throughout the book, especially with respect to the monarch butterflies. “I like harmony, and so I go the left and right of orange: I can have reds and I can have yellows,” she said. “And then the opposite of orange is blue… Because they’re the most exciting things together. And so on the other side of blue, I will have some violet, and then a little bit of green. But I’ll keep it more of a blue-green.”
The result is a gorgeous color palette amid the characters – deep oranges and forest greens and blues. After painting, Holzwarth brought greater detail with colored pencils, or fine brushes with gouache.
The butterflies themselves were made from gouache, which the artist said is a bit thicker – with colored pencil on top. Throughout most of the book, they’re in motion. “They’re always moving to their place,” Holzwarth said. “They’re not in their nesting spot for that long.”
The illustrator said she hopes readers enjoy Lucía’s, especially those who miss family members or are waiting for something. “It’s waiting, it’s hoping, and then this joy right upon being rewarded with your patience,” Holzwarth said. “I think that would be probably what I hope that children see in the story.”
To read the rest of my review and article, please check out Latinx in Publishing's blog: https://latinxinpublishing.com/blog/a...
June 30, 2024
I really liked this one, between the art and the parallels in monarch migration and the journey of farm workers.
March 2, 2024
I love how Cynthia Harmony has woven the story of a Mexican father and his migrant journey to work in the field in the United States to provide for his family with the migration of Monarch Butterflies each year from Mexico to the US and then on to Canada.
This story is heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time. Eyes will get misty while reading this beautifully written and illustrated book when they see how much the father and his daughter love each other and hate being separated.
The illustrations Devon Holzwarth created are gorgeous and make the reader feel like they are right there with them in Mexico. Each page is filled with so many details that Parents and children will want to open it up again and again to discover what they missed.
Everyone will close this book realizing that we’re all connected with nature and to each other.
Kids will get excited seeing the dazzling Monarchs. Parents could use this excitement to plan nature trips to look for more interesting things outside. Teachers could use this book to lead up to teaching their students about the Monarch butterflies. A win for everyone.
This story is heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time. Eyes will get misty while reading this beautifully written and illustrated book when they see how much the father and his daughter love each other and hate being separated.
The illustrations Devon Holzwarth created are gorgeous and make the reader feel like they are right there with them in Mexico. Each page is filled with so many details that Parents and children will want to open it up again and again to discover what they missed.
Everyone will close this book realizing that we’re all connected with nature and to each other.
Kids will get excited seeing the dazzling Monarchs. Parents could use this excitement to plan nature trips to look for more interesting things outside. Teachers could use this book to lead up to teaching their students about the Monarch butterflies. A win for everyone.
January 17, 2024
It was such a joy to read this book, I was very touched by this story. The text is heartwarming, sweet, and powerful while the illustrations are beautiful and go perfectly well with the lyrical words on the pages.
The story follows Lucía as she misses and waits for her father to come back home. Just like the monarch butterflies fly north looking for better weather, Lucía's dad left their town in Mexico seeking for better opportunities to provide for his family. The butterflies' migration connects with the story of daughter and father, as they miss each other and overcome the heartache of being apart for a long time. In this way, the monarchs become a symbol of hope for Lucía who eagerly waits for the them to return home because that would mean her father will soon be back too.
This book is gorgeous, filled with emotion and its message of hope is one that truly touched me and that will surely resonate with children everywhere.
The story follows Lucía as she misses and waits for her father to come back home. Just like the monarch butterflies fly north looking for better weather, Lucía's dad left their town in Mexico seeking for better opportunities to provide for his family. The butterflies' migration connects with the story of daughter and father, as they miss each other and overcome the heartache of being apart for a long time. In this way, the monarchs become a symbol of hope for Lucía who eagerly waits for the them to return home because that would mean her father will soon be back too.
This book is gorgeous, filled with emotion and its message of hope is one that truly touched me and that will surely resonate with children everywhere.
February 4, 2024
“A Flicker of Hope: A Story of Migration” is the story of a young girl awaiting her father’s return after he travels north to find work in the fields. The father tells her to wait for the monarch butterflies to return to México, as he will return with them after his season of work. The account is based on true stories: of course, many men migrate north for work, and the butterflies spend winter hibernating in México (at a butterfly reserve and UNESCO World Heritage site!) and warmer months up north. These parallel stories are told beautifully thanks to writer Cynthia Harmony’s lyrical, poetic, language, and Devon Holzwarth’s illustrations are a STUNNING surprise page after page. Each image is gorgeous, building on shades of monarch orange, and the way the colors and butterflies blend with traditional Mexican imagery (like the elements of Día de Muertos) is a wonder to behold. I did not want this moving story to end! A true treasure!
January 5, 2024
Oh, my! What a stunning book this is! A FLICKER OF HOPE, skillfully told by Cynthia Harmony and illustrated by Devon Holswarth in brilliant, jewel-toned colors, is a parallel story of the monarch's and Lucía's migrant farmworker father's - journey north.
Each year in the spring, Papá must travel, looking for work in fields. Far from home, he will harvest strawberries, tomatoes, and beets, in order to support his family. "Papá travels miles and miles, holding tight to his own dream."
At the same time, the monarcas, as they have done for generations, also travel north, "...miles and miles, across rivers and mountains. Searching for bountiful milkweed blooms, gliding freely under the summer sun..."
This gorgeous story of the resilience of a loving family and the power of nature should be in every home and on every library shelf.
Each year in the spring, Papá must travel, looking for work in fields. Far from home, he will harvest strawberries, tomatoes, and beets, in order to support his family. "Papá travels miles and miles, holding tight to his own dream."
At the same time, the monarcas, as they have done for generations, also travel north, "...miles and miles, across rivers and mountains. Searching for bountiful milkweed blooms, gliding freely under the summer sun..."
This gorgeous story of the resilience of a loving family and the power of nature should be in every home and on every library shelf.
February 24, 2024
A FLICKER OF HOPE: A STORY OF MIGRATION by Cynthia Harmony is a beautiful, lyrical story full of heart and poetry. Cynthia expertly weaves two parallel journeys: that of a father's temporary migration north to find work opportunities to help his family and that of the monarch butterflies' annual migration north. Cynthia's writing is exquisite and poetic, with beautiful imagery. The Spanish woven in is wonderful, too. And Devon Holzwarth's illustrations are gorgeous. There's a glossary and author's note at the end that touches on the migration patterns of the monarch butterflies, which is also a wonderful addition! This story is a must in classrooms and libraries.
April 19, 2024
This book pulls at my heartstrings. How sad that fathers have to leave their children so often to provide for them. This book makes me want to brainstorm solutions for people so they didn't have to leave and could still provide.
I love how the wave of people working from home is gaining momentum - as that way they get so experience so much more of their children's lives and the children get to experience so much more of their parent's lives. And being around each other more give a potential for love to grow much more.
But from this book we can see that even when family members are far apart, as long as they are kept in their hearts and desires, love grows.
I love how the wave of people working from home is gaining momentum - as that way they get so experience so much more of their children's lives and the children get to experience so much more of their parent's lives. And being around each other more give a potential for love to grow much more.
But from this book we can see that even when family members are far apart, as long as they are kept in their hearts and desires, love grows.
January 11, 2024
Author Cynthia Harmony skillfully uses the art of dual narrative to share the story of migration. She draws a parallel between the journey of Monarch butterflies up north and that of a young girl, Lucía’s migrant farmer father, who journeys across the border to look for work.
The beautiful, colorful art by Devon Holzwarth complements the lyrical language, making this book a great read-aloud.
This book is a heartwarming tale of hope and perseverance and will be a great addition to any bookshelf.
The beautiful, colorful art by Devon Holzwarth complements the lyrical language, making this book a great read-aloud.
This book is a heartwarming tale of hope and perseverance and will be a great addition to any bookshelf.
January 15, 2024
Wow! This book is absolutely stunning! Cynthia Harmony beautifully weaves together the story of Lucía and her papá with the migration of monarch butterflies, creating a sense of wonder and anticipation. It's a heartwarming tale of love and hope. The poetic writing style blends perfectly with the warm colors resembling monarchs, resulting in a visually appealing and informative book. It's a fantastic starting point for discussions about all types of migration and a perfect book for the entire family to enjoy together.
September 18, 2024
A story, sprinkled with Spanish, of two migrations: the father’s trip north to pursue agricultural jobs, and the monarch butterfly’s trip to Canada. Both return in November during Dia de los Muertos. Not just a story about migration, but a rich celebration of family. Lovely illustrations, glossary, author notes. I didn’t know the migratory home of the monarchs is a UNESCO world heritage site. One thing that still confuses me and isn’t made clear, is that one butterfly itself doesn’t make the whole journey, it takes several generations of butterflies.
September 23, 2023
I received this book from Edelweiss as I worked for Diverse Book Finder and coding!
Oh it is such a wonderful migration narrative. Both for monarch butterflies and depicting migrant workers. And how we all come home. This book was GORGEOUS and I cannot wait for its official release. (Especially due to all the ways in honors Mexican heritage and the ENESCO world sites that call monarch butterflies home)
Oh it is such a wonderful migration narrative. Both for monarch butterflies and depicting migrant workers. And how we all come home. This book was GORGEOUS and I cannot wait for its official release. (Especially due to all the ways in honors Mexican heritage and the ENESCO world sites that call monarch butterflies home)
January 15, 2024
A Flicker of Hope is an enduring story about the bond between a daughter and her father when time and distance keep them apart. Told in tune with the monarch butterflies' migration, the story parallels Papa's need to leave their home in search of work. Lucia waits and wonders, holding onto hope and Papa's everlasting promise of return. Cynthia Harmony's text is poetic, graceful, and gentle. This book is a must-have for every classroom and home.
January 18, 2024
The journey of a little girl's father, a migrant farm worker, mirrors the journey of Monarch Butterflies as they both travel north, in search of their respective bounties. I love the depiction of Lucia's life and all its richness back home, as well as the strong bond between father and daughter. Holzwarth's illustrations are vibrant and flowing, perfectly depicting the journey and the feelings it inspires.
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