Welcome to the Bank Street Children's Book Committee's (CBC) Searchable Best Books List, a tool designed to help educators, families, librarians, and others access developmentally appropriate and engaging books for young readers (ages birth - 18).
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Doll for Grandma, A: A Story about Alzheimer's Disease
Paulette Bochnig Sharkey
Illustrator: Samantha Woo
Ages: 6+
Published: 2020
Publisher: Beaming Books
ISBN: 978-1-5064-5738-3
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, empathy, bonding, grandchild
When her beloved grandmother is moved to a home because of her failing memory, Kiera finds a way to bond with her. Colorful expressive illustrations.