This sweet story is about a resourceful child who makes the lives of others happy by keeping memories in shoeboxes.  Nettey finds ways to decorate the shoeboxes she collects so she can give them away to those who are sick or unhappy. _____  When Nettey's grandmother becomes ill, Netty helps her mother through her sadness by presenting a special shoebox to her.  The story demonstrates how a child can positively impact the lives of others, especially someone in their own family. _____ The beautiful illustrations in this book capture the essence of the beauty within Nettey, the child heroine.  Nettey is a role model not only for children but also for all of us.  Her unselfish actions speak louder than words.