It is clear the adoration the great grandson has for his grandfather through the illustrations. Smith's illustrations and text go hand in hand and rely on each other to develop the importance of family connections and memories. The illustrations in the story depict the timeline of the great grandfather's life. The reader can easily understand the bond the great grandson has with his grandfather due to the use of illustrations and details in his explanation of his grandfather's journey through life. The great grandson is believable in his age and is easily followed by readers of the same age. The story of Grandpa Green is told through the eyes of his great grandson which establishes the plot of the importance of remembering your past. The story is depicted in beautiful garden topiaries. The grandson tells of his grandpa's childhood, his schooling, his dedication to country, the love of his life, his family and finally his present state. The great grandson of Grandpa Green tells the story of Grandpa Green's life from birth to present time.
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