When Grandpa goes on vacation, Aaron’s in charge of the garden. With Grandpa’s map, plan and blessing, what could go wrong? But when one step – seeding is a complete mess, Aaron is sure he’s ruined the garden. What will Grandpa make of the mess when he returns? Aaron’s worry grows with the garden and the arrival of each new postcard from Grandpa.  Will Aaron realize the mishmash garden, while not as planned, has grown great tasting vegetables?  And can Grandpa see past the imperfections too and not be disappointed.

 

MISHMASH SUMMER at 430 words, is an intergenerational story about dealing with disappointment and learning to accept that life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful will appeal to readers ages 4-8 who enjoy the heartfelt relationship in Harry Woodgate’s Grandad’s Camper and the big feelings story, Bea’s Bad Day, by Tom Percival.