My singing Nana / written by Pat Mora ; illustrated by Alyssa Bermudez.
Material type: TextPublisher: Washington, DC : Magination Press, [2019]Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cmContent type:- text
- still image
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781433830211
- 1433830213
Item type | Home library | Collection | Shelving location | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book | Main Library | Children's Picturebook | Tough Topics | MORA PAT | Available | 33111010855258 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
My Singing Nana is a compassionate tribute to families dealing with Alzheimer's Disease.
This story celebrates the ideals of family, heritage, and happy memories, showing kids that no matter how their loved one might change they always have ways to maintain their special connection.
"In a context perfect for the understanding of elementary-aged children, award-winning author and acclaimed literary critic Pat Mora sheds light on the everyday experiences of a family member living with dementia. In My Singing Nana Mora eloquently demonstrates that, despite the hefty toll this devastating disease can take, grandchildren and children alike can still enjoy meaningful and heartfelt relationships with those affected." -- San Francisco Book Review
"American Psychological Association."
Billy's beloved Nana's memory is failing but they are "always amigos," so when disaster strikes the day of the family's big summer show, Billy finds a way he and Nana can save the day.
Ages 4-8.