J D Jackson

Granddaddy's Turn J D Jackson

Life on the farm with Granddaddy is full of hard work, but despite all the chores, Granddaddy always makes time for play, especially fishing trips. Even when there isn'Äôt a bite to catch, he reminds young Michael that it takes patience to get what'Äôs coming to you. One morning, when Granddaddy heads into town in his fancy suit, Michael knows that something very special must be happening'Äîand sure enough, everyone is lined up at the town hall! For the very first time, Granddaddy is allowed to vote, and he couldn'Äôt be more proud. But can Michael be patient when it seems that justice just can'Äôt come soon enough? This powerful and touching true-life story shares one boy'Äôs perspective of growing up in the segregated South.