Georgia’s Pop Pop has always been her hero.
In this beautifully illustrated and intentionally written picture book, readers join Georgia as she spends a cozy, wintry day with her Pop Pop, who has dementia, at his memory care home. Together, they create new memories while reliving some of their favorite moments. But when Pop Pop forgets something important, Georgia realizes it’s time for her to become a hero, too.
Written by the award-winning author of Love Sounds Like, Hannah Jessen Conway’s newest book offers a thoughtful and child-friendly approach to help families navigate conversations about dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other forms of memory loss with care and compassion. Offering encouragement to caregivers and children alike, this heartfelt and hope-filled tale honors the past, embraces the present, and reminds readers that love is even stronger than memory.
Perfect for:
Children navigating a loved one’s dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosisFamilies, caregivers, and educators seeking age-appropriate conversation starters about memory lossPeople seeking grandparent-grandchild stories centered on love and connection
Why families love this book:
Inspired by the author’s real experience with her grandfather, this book offers an authentic look at life in a memory care home through a child’s eyes.The book gently explains dementia while placing greater emphasis on the enduring bond between granddaughter and grandfather.It includes thoughtful discussion questions and activities at the back of the book to help caregivers and educators guide age-appropriate conversations about dementia.Plus, the book encourages reflection with a special final page that invites children to write down a favorite memory with someone they love!
