How to Play With a Grandma

By: Zeisel, Evan Bass

How to Play With a Grandma is an essential children's picture book and educational resource for families navigating the complexities of Alzheimer's Disease, dementia, and memory loss. This heartwarming intergenerational story follows a granddaughter who shares practical communication tips and strategies for interacting with her grandmother during a visit.

As a social-emotional learning (SEL) tool, the book helps young children (ages 4-8) understand cognitive decline and brain health while fostering empathy, patience, and compassion. It serves as a vital resource for parents, caregivers, and educators looking for age-appropriate ways to discuss aging, memory care, and family caregiving.

Perfect for preschool and elementary-aged readers, this book provides a gentle, supportive framework for maintaining meaningful connections between grandparents and grandkids, even when memories fade. Ideal for use in homes, libraries, and school counseling settings to support children through the challenges of a loved one's illness.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GYQDYDHT
• ISBN13: 9798995523208
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Boreorealis Press
• Length: 42 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3