Memories Matter: Ellie the Elephant learns about Alzheimer's

By Christine Williamson

Alzheimer's can be confusing and frightening when a child is faced with this disease in their family for the first time. Children are left with many questions and few answers. Ellie the Elephant is upset and confused when her grandpa begins to forget things because of Alzheimer's disease. Her mom explains how they can still have a relationship with her grandpa, and how they can create new memories in different ways. Ellie learns that we always take care of our families and love them no matter what, even if they may act a little different or have trouble remembering things.Memories Matter provides a narrative to explain to your classroom, child, or little one in your life what happens when someone in their family develops Alzheimer's disease.In the back are discussion questions to have a conversation, answer questions, and discuss feelings after reading the book!

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1717816169
• ISBN13: 9781717816160
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.1" x 6.0"