Jacob, a PA Dutch boy, takes his time as he completes any tasks. The rest of his family represent the typical Dutch culture-"A Dutchman who is not on time is no Dutchman at all". Unfortunately, Jacob has made his father late too many times and is banished from his walks with Grossdawdi (grandfather). On Fasnacht Day, Jacob is the last one down to the kitchen and as tradition "requires", he is the Old Fasnacht for the day and must do all of the chores. Thankfully, his Grossdawdi is perceptive and is able celebrate Jacob's unique personality and gifts.
The relationship between the grandfather and Jacob is sweet and reinforces the necessity for grandparents!
The author includes PA Dutch words and also places words in the sentences like the Dutch (like adverbs at the end of sentences.
Author's Note in the beginning gives background on Fasnacht Day, hex signs and the different kinds of PA Dutch.
"An early reader" book.
-Borrowed from the library.
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