Steinhöfel tenderly captures a child’s fear and understanding of a loved one with dementia…. Lush, evocative language, tingly with a sense of place and emotion, is accompanied by Palmtag’s colored pencil illustrations that prove a perfect match with their whimsy and tenderness. With its loving portrayal of aging, caring for the elderly, and the keen nature of kids’ sensibilities, this is a must-purchase for all libraries serving children.

School Library Journal, Starred Review

A quiet story and pleasant music combine for a calming, peaceful, and even uplifting performance.

Kirkus Reviews

A sophisticated children’s book… The combination of story, illustrations, music, and sage perspectives from young and old characters helps young readers to enhance their appreciation for music and build awareness of and empathy for elders who are struggling in their later years but who still have much to offer.

Friends Journal

A story that enchants on several levels.

Augsburger Allgemeine

The combination of the story, the illustrations, the music, and the bits of sage perspective from the young and old characters helps young readers to enhance their appreciation for music and to build awareness of and empathy for elders who are struggling in their later years but who still have much to offer. Readers may also begin to realize the simple potential of their own gumption.

Friends Journal

Deftly written… A touching story for children ages 6 to 12 about dementia and the special relationship between grandparents and grandchildren.

Midwest Book Review

A work of art…close to reality, but light, deep, and drenched with sunlight.

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