Author Dan Yaccarino has written a fun and tender picture book about his family. He begins with his great-grandfather who journeys from Italy to America in search of a better life. Although he arrives with very little money, he brought with him two important items: the small shovel his family used to garden and his parents loving advice. They told him to "Work hard, but remember to enjoy life, and never forget your family." The shovel and advice has now passed down to four generations of Yaccarinos. It reminds us to follow our dreams but keep the memories of our ancestors close to our hearts and minds.