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Lovely Old Lion

Lovely Old Lion

by Julia Jarman (Author), Susan Varley (Illustrator)

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    Paperback 2016

    $4.14
Synopsis

Lenny the lion loves his grandpa, King Lion. But when King Lion starts to forget things, Lenny begins to worry. He can't understand why Grandpa keeps getting muddled and doesn't want to play any more. Lenny doesn't know what to do, but with a little help from Grandpa's old friends, perhaps he can find a way to help him remember...

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 32
 Edition: UK ed.
 Publisher: Andersen Press
Published: 04 Aug 2016
ISBN 10: 1783442182
ISBN 13: 9781783442188
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years
 Book Overview: A ground-breaking new title, helping young children to understand the difficult issue of dementia, illustrated by the renowned creator of Badger's Parting Gifts.

Media Reviews
A sensitively told story about a child coming to terms with his Grandpa's dementia. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
Truly beautifully illustrated and sensitive story about dementia * Askews & Holts Library Service *
A supportive, honest, and needed explanation of Alzheimer's-type illnesses. * Kirkus Reviews *
A thoughtful picture book which will help keep the bond between grandparents & children strong * My Book Corner *
Moving and sensitive... another classic * Books for Keeps *
Author Bio
Julia Jarman (Author) Schoolteacher and journalist Julia Jarman has written over 80 books for children. She lives near Bedford and has three grown-up children. She now devotes a lot of time to school and library visits.Susan Varley (Illustrator) Susan Varley is an award-winning artist who has illustrated many books for Andersen Press. Her picture book Badger's Parting Gifts is one of the most enduring of all time, winning many prizes, including the Mother Goose Award in 1985.