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Grace the Giraffe’s Golden Memories A Heartwarming Story for Children About Losing a Grandparent and Keeping Their Love...

by Tremayne Mitchell

Book Details

Publisher:Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published:2019-09-17
Pages:17
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:052558109X

Reading Info

Age Range:3-8

About This Book

A tender family story that offers a gentle window into the issue of aging and memory loss for young readers. Grandma loves teatime--and so does her granddaughter--from picking out a special cup, to brewing the tea, to sharing stories at the table. But lately, Grandma seems forgetful. She doesn't always remember to turn off the faucet when filling the teakettle. Sometimes she even confuses her granddaughter's name. How one little girl helps her grandmother remember their special ritual makes for

Our Review

This gentle intergenerational story explores the tender relationship between a grandmother and granddaughter through their cherished teatime ritual. Young readers will recognize the comforting predictability of their shared routine—selecting special cups, brewing tea, and exchanging stories—while noticing subtle changes as Grandma begins forgetting small details. The narrative handles memory changes with remarkable sensitivity, showing how love adapts when memories fade, making complex family dynamics accessible through concrete, familiar moments.

What distinguishes this picture book is its focus on how children can actively participate in caregiving rather than merely observing adult concerns. The granddaughter's creative solution to help her grandmother remember their special time together demonstrates agency and compassion, providing young readers with a positive model for navigating similar family experiences. The story's quiet strength lies in its affirmation that connection persists beyond memory, offering both reassurance and practical understanding for families facing cognitive changes in loved ones.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction