Lovely Old Lion
Julia Jarman author Susan Varley illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Andersen Press Ltd
Published:4th Aug '16
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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.
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…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…
"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 *
- Short-listed for Bishop’s Stortford Award (UK).
ISBN: 9781783442188
Dimensions: 270mm x 230mm x 4mm
Weight: 208g
32 pages