Book description
With tenderness, sensitivity, and humor, Really and Truly explores the effect that dementia has on a young boy named Charlie and his family.
Charlie is very close to his grandfather, who loves to tell fanciful stories about pirates, witches, and gnomes that amuse Charlie to no end. But lately, Charlie's…
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Why read it?
1 author picked Really and Truly as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This author does a beautiful job of explaining how individuals with dementia may not be able to recognize their friends and family, but still need love and attention.
The boy in the story figures out how to connect with his grandpa, even though he may not get a smile in return. It is really and truly delightful and reassuring.
From Anne's list on dementia and Alzheimer’s disease for children.
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