This is a tender and thought - provoking picture book. Award - winning author Kyo Maclear teams up with well - known illustrator Katty Maurey. It tells the heartwarming story of the special bond between a grandfather and his grandson. In the garden, there are many traces, memories, and even a friendly ghost. The ghost in Grandpa's garden leaves tracks along the path where there was once a cold, dark stream. It plays pranks by knocking over flowerpots and sometimes leaves little treasures for the curious boy. The boy, the narrator, loves spending time with Grandpa in the garden. With Grandpa's guidance, he explores the natural world, listens to old stories, and creates tales about the ghost. He learns to observe the garden closely, be amazed by its mysteries, uncover its historical layers, and make new things from what he finds.

This picture book is great for bedtime reading or shared reading during the day. Just sit back, relax, and enjoy the story with your child. While reading, encourage your child to ask questions and share their thoughts about the story and the ghost in the garden. There are no special handling requirements for this hardcover book. Just keep it away from water to prevent damage. When not in use, store it on a bookshelf in an upright position to keep its shape. If it gets dirty, you can gently wipe it with a dry cloth.