Book description
Marjorie wants a friend who loves the same things she does: baking shows, knitting, and gardening. Someone like Granny. So with a sprinkle of flour in her hair and a spritz of lavender perfume, Marjorie goes undercover to the local Senior Citizens Group. It all goes well until the cha-cha-cha…
Why read it?
1 author picked Old Friends as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Old Friends is a delightful book about finding friendship in unexpected places.
Marjorie, is true to herself and longs for a friend to share in her interests, just like with her Granny. Marjorie soon decides the Senior Friend’s Group might be the perfect place to find a friend for herself.
This book is sweet, humorous, and the illustrations are full of charm, inspiring young children to connect across generations.
From Robyn's list on helping children connect with their grandparents.
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